Black Forest Ham Roll with Fried Pear and Arugula Salad
2 servings
30 minutes
This exquisite ham roll 'Black Forest' with roasted pear and arugula salad is a true embodiment of gastronomic sophistication from Yugoslav cuisine. It combines the sweetness of caramelized pears, the smoky aroma of ham, and the crunch of nuts to create a harmony of flavors and textures. Brandy adds a subtle note of elegance to the dish, while fresh arugula and blue cheese finish it off with a piquant freshness. The dish is perfect for both a festive dinner and a cozy evening, reminiscent of the traditions of refined European cuisine. Each bite is a blend of softness and crunch, sweetness and saltiness, making this roll truly unforgettable.
1
Heat a large skillet. Peel the pear and cut it into 4 pieces, removing the core. Slice the pear into thin slices. Cut the ham into strips and wrap them around the pear slices. Chop the walnuts, then the herbs.
- Pears: 100 g
- Black Forest ham: 100 g
- Walnuts: 25 g
- Chopped parsley: 2 tablespoons
- Dill: 2 tablespoons
2
Put butter in the pan, and when it melts to a froth, add the rolls. Fry for 2-3 minutes until crispy, flipping once. Pour brandy into the pan to ignite the contents. Add the nut crumble, stirring until the flame goes out and the brandy evaporates.
- Butter: 25 g
- Brandy: 4 tablespoons
- Walnuts: 25 g
3
On serving plates, place arugula, sprinkle with sliced onion, parsley, and dill. Add spices to taste. Top with rolls and nut crumble. Break the blue cheese into small pieces, removing the rind first, and sprinkle on top.
- Rocket (arugula): 25 g
- Chives: 2 tablespoons
- Chopped parsley: 2 tablespoons
- Dill: 2 tablespoons
- Cashel Blue cheese: 175 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste