Page 72 - Masala E-magazine Vol 9 Issue 4 February-March 2018

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CAPRESE SALAD

INGREDIENT S
1 large tomato
1 ball of fresh mozzarella
A handful of basil leaves
1/4 cup of balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Method to prepare the dressing:
1. On medium fl ame, use a saucepan to reduce the balsamic
vinegar. Volume should reduce to half and consistency
should be slightly thick.
2. Check by using a spoon, as it should coat the back of
the spoon.
3. Pour the balsamic reduction into a bowl.
4. Add freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of salt to taste.
5. Add extra virgin olive oil, and whisk well until the oil is
emulsifi ed with the vinegar.
Method to prepare the salad:

1. Slice the tomato and cheese in rounds and plate them side by side.
2. Chiffonade fresh basil leaves (pile them up and thinly chop them).
3. Sprinkle the basil leaves and then drizzle the dressing on top of the
tomatoes and mozzarella cheese. Enjoy!

72 Masala Magazine
FEBRUARY - MARCH 2018