Burrata with pesto sauce
4 servings
15 minutes
Burrata with pesto sauce is a refined combination of delicate Italian cheese and aromatic sauce filled with the freshness of basil and the richness of pine nuts. The dish draws inspiration from classic Italian cuisine, where pesto symbolizes Mediterranean flavors. Burrata cheese, known for its velvety texture, is filled with sauce, creating a stunning contrast between the softness of the inside and the spicy, slightly nutty taste of pesto. This dish is perfect as a light appetizer for gourmets, and the leftover sauce can be used for pasta or salads, enhancing their flavor richness. Juicy burrata with rich pesto is a gastronomic delight that brings true pleasure to anyone who appreciates the sophistication of flavor combinations.
1
Prepare pesto sauce. First, blend nuts and garlic in a blender bowl. Then add basil. While blending, pour in olive oil in a thin stream. Mix in cheese, taste, and salt to your liking.
- Pine nuts: 44 g
- Garlic: 3 g
- Basil: 125 g
- Olive oil: 140 ml
- Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano): 70 g
- Ground black pepper: to taste
2
Fill a pastry syringe with the sauce, make a hole on the side of the cheese head with the tip of a knife. Insert the syringe into it and inject the pesto inside the cheese.
- Burrata cheese: 4 pieces
3
Put the remaining sauce in a jar and use it for pasta or salads.