Prepare to be amazed by this sophisticated yet simple appetizer: Tomato Jelly with Burrata Cheese and Pesto! 🤩 This dish is a true celebration of fresh, vibrant flavors and contrasting textures. The sweet, savory tomato jelly perfectly complements the creamy, rich burrata and the herbaceous, nutty pesto. It’s an elegant dish that will impress your guests and awaken their taste buds! ✨ Let’s create this masterpiece. 👇
Tomato Jelly with Burrata Cheese and Pesto
Description
A stunning starter featuring a savory tomato jelly that sits atop a creamy bed of burrata cheese, all finished with a vibrant drizzle of homemade pesto. It's a symphony of textures and fresh flavors.
Ingredients
For the Pesto
For Assembly
Instructions
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(step 1): Prepare the Tomato Jelly
In a small saucepan, combine tomato juice, shallots, white wine, sugar, and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. While it simmers, in a separate small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 2 tbsp of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
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(step 2): Set the Jelly
Remove the tomato mixture from the heat. Stir in the softened gelatin until it's completely dissolved. Pour the mixture into four small, shallow dishes or molds. Let it cool slightly, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until completely set.
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(step 3): Make the Pesto
In a food processor, combine the basil, toasted pine nuts, and garlic. Pulse until coarsely chopped. With the processor running, slowly stream in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the Parmesan cheese and salt.
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(step 4): Assemble the Dish
To serve, place a ball of burrata cheese on each plate. Gently unmold the tomato jelly and place it next to the burrata.
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(step 5): Garnish and Serve
Drizzle a generous amount of the fresh pesto over both the burrata and the tomato jelly. Serve immediately with slices of crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 28g44%
- Saturated Fat 10g50%
- Vitamin A 300 mg
- Vitamin C 20 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For an extra smooth tomato jelly, you can strain the tomato mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before adding the gelatin. 🌟
You can make the pesto and tomato jelly a day in advance! Just assemble right before serving for the best presentation. 📆
If you don't have burrata, fresh mozzarella is a good substitute! 🧀