Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsMercantile on MainLa Bola Recipe

La Bola Recipe

Inspired by Mercantile on Main
Time20m
Serves2

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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 5

    Serve

    Cut the sandwiches in half and serve immediately, possibly with a fresh seasonal salad on the side.

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