Warm Burrata Recipe
Sundried tomato pesto, balsamic caviar, basil oil
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Ingredients
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Cheese
Sundried Tomato Pesto
Balsamic Caviar
Basil Oil
Method
Prepare Sundried Tomato Pesto
- 1
Blend Ingredients
In a food processor, combine sundried tomatoes, garlic cloves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
- 2
Adjust Seasoning
Taste the pesto and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more salt or pepper to taste.
Make Balsamic Caviar
- 3
Prepare Balsamic Mixture
In a saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and water. Sprinkle agar-agar powder over the mixture and stir well.
- 4
Heat Mixture
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until the agar-agar is fully dissolved.
- 5
Form Caviar
Using a dropper or syringe, drop the mixture into a bowl of ice-cold oil to form caviar. Allow it to sit for a few minutes to set.
Prepare Basil Oil
- 6
Blend Basil and Oil
In a blender, combine fresh basil leaves and olive oil. Blend until smooth and vibrant green.
- 7
Strain Oil
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove solid pieces, collecting the basil oil in a bowl.
- 8
Season
Add salt to the basil oil to taste.
Assemble the Dish
- 9
Warm Burrata
Gently warm the burrata cheese in a water bath for 5 minutes or until just warmed through.
- 10
Plate the Dish
On a serving plate, place the warm burrata and spoon generous amounts of sundried tomato pesto over it.
- 11
Add Balsamic Caviar and Basil Oil
Top with balsamic caviar and drizzle basil oil around the plate for garnish.
- 12
Serve
Serve immediately with crusty bread or crackers.
