La Bola Recipe
Enjoy a variety of authentic Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine including hot pressed sandwiches, fresh seasonal salads and several entrees that are sure to impress.
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Ingredients
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La Bola Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Slice the Spanish chorizo, Serrano ham, and fresh mozzarella cheese into thin slices. Drain the roasted red peppers and slice them if they are whole.
- 2
Assemble the Sandwiches
Cut the ciabatta bread in half and drizzle olive oil on the inside of both halves. Layer the sliced chorizo, Serrano ham, mozzarella, roasted red peppers, and fresh basil leaves on one half of the bread.
- 3
Season the Filling
Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the filling and season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with the other half of the bread.
- 4
Heat the Sandwiches
Press the sandwich in a hot sandwich press or grill until the bread is crispy and golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3-5 minutes.
- 5
Serve
Cut the sandwiches in half and serve immediately, possibly with a fresh seasonal salad on the side.