Bruschetta with tomatoes and Modena vinegar
1 serving
10 minutes
Bruschetta with tomatoes and Modena vinegar is a classic Italian dish that is simple yet sophisticated. The origins of this appetizer trace back to the deep history of Italian peasant cuisine when fresh bread was toasted and rubbed with garlic. In this version, fresh beef tomatoes dressed with fragrant olive oil, Modena balsamic vinegar, and aromatic herbs give the dish a vibrant flavor and balance of sweetness, acidity, and spiciness. Crispy ciabatta bread with a delicate filling makes the appetizer versatile: it can be served as an aperitif, alongside a glass of wine or as a light snack. Bruschetta is a flavorful journey to sunny Italy that evokes warmth and the traditions of Mediterranean cuisine.
1
Fry two slices of bread in a hot pan with a little olive oil so that the inside remains moist while the outside gets a crispy crust.
- Ciabatta: 60 g
- Extra virgin olive oil: 20 ml
2
Slice the tomatoes, then dress them with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, chopped basil, and oregano.
- Beefsteak tomatoes: 100 g
- Extra virgin olive oil: 20 ml
- Balsamic vinegar of Modena: 5 g
- Green basil leaves: 5 g
- Oregano: 1 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
3
Grate a clove of garlic on hot bread and top with tomatoes.
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Beefsteak tomatoes: 100 g
