Indulge in a culinary delight that combines the gooey goodness of fried mozzarella with the savory flavors of salami and portabella mushrooms in a refreshing salad. This 30-minute meal features three delectable recipes: Fried Mozzarella Sticks, Salami and Portabella Salad, and a tangy Balsamic Vinaigrette. Crispy golden-brown mozzarella sticks served with a zesty marinara sauce become the centerpiece of this delightful dish. The salad incorporates hearty grilled portabella mushrooms, sliced salami, fresh arugula, and cherry tomatoes, all tossed in a light and flavorful balsamic vinaigrette. Each recipe complements the others, creating a harmonious balance of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
SALAMI, TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA SALAD WITH TANGY VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Kardea Brown
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk together the red wine vinegar, mustard, oregano and garlic in a large mixing bowl. Slowly stream in the olive oil, continuing to whisk until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper. Add the salami, mozzarella, tomatoes and basil to the bowl and toss to coat with the dressing. Transfer to a serving bowl. If serving right away, toss with basil; otherwise refrigerate for up to 4 hours and toss with basil right before serving.
PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM SALAD
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Arrange the mushrooms and celery on a platter and scatter the parsley leaves around. Squeeze the lemon juice evenly over the platter then liberally drizzle the salad with extra-virgin olive oil, about 3 tablespoons. Season the salad with salt and lots of black pepper and toss with your finger tips to combine. Using a vegetable peeler, shave cheese and scatter a couple of handfuls Parmigiano-Reggiano over the salad.
SPICY SALAMI MOZZARELLA STICKS WITH VODKA SAUCE
These are the pigs in a blanket of the Italian American appetizer world! I love a slightly creamy tomato sauce and the punchy heat from a layer of spicy salami. You can also use prosciutto. Fry the sticks as close to eating as you can. They only keep warm and gooey in the oven for a short time. You can fully bread and freeze them, unfried, for another day and just pop out, defrost and fry as well. Bottom line: You can never make enough!
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories appetizer
Time 1h40m
Yield 18 sticks
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Form the sticks: Place two slices of salami on a cutting board so that they are overlapping and slightly longer than the mozzarella stick. Wrap up the mozzarella stick so it is completely covered in the salami and transfer, seam side down, to a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet. Repeat wrapping the remaining mozzarella sticks with the salami. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- While the mozzarella sticks are chilling, place the flour, egg mixture and breadcrumbs in separate wide shallow containers.
- Working with one at a time, roll the mozzarella sticks in the flour and shake off any excess. Roll the sticks in the egg mixture, then in the breadcrumbs. Double coat by rolling the sticks in the egg mixture and breadcrumbs a second time. Arrange on a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Repeat with all of the sticks and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Fry the sticks: Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. Pour the oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot and heat over medium heat until it reaches 350 degrees F. Meanwhile, set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet. Working in batches, carefully drop the sticks into the oil and gently "swirl" the oil so they fry more evenly on all sides. Fry until they are light to medium brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the mozzarella sticks with a slotted spoon or spider and lay them out in a single layer on the wire rack. Repeat until all are cooked. Keep warm in the oven if needed.
- Serve: Serve the mozzarella sticks with warm vodka sauce for dunking.
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the onion and garlic and season with salt. Stir in the vodka, sugar and red pepper flakes and cook for about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook for an additional 5 to 8 minutes over high heat, stirring from time to time. Taste for seasoning. Stir in the cream. Puree in a blender until smooth. Set aside until ready to use.
FRIED MOZZARELLA WITH PUTTANESCA DIPPING SAUCE
Make and share this Fried Mozzarella With Puttanesca Dipping Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h
Yield 45 mozzarella squares
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Pat the mozzarella dry, making sure there is no water on the surface, and set aside.
- Place the flour in a shallow dish.
- Mix together the milk and eggs and place in a shallow bowl.
- Stir together the bread crumbs, Essence, and salt and place in a shallow dish.
- Heat vegetable oil about 1 1/2 inches deep, in a heavy saucepan or deep-fryer over medium-high heat to 325 to 330 degrees F.
- Dredge the mozzarella in the flour, shaking off any excess flour.
- Dip in the egg mixture and then the bread crumbs.
- Place mozzarella in hot oil and cook for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Allow the mozzarella to stand for 3 to 5 minutes before serving, to allow the cheese to melt the entire way through.
- Serve warm on skewers or fondue forks with Puttanesca Dipping Sauce.
- To make the dipping sauce:.
- In a medium pot heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the onion and saute until soft and lightly caramelized, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook an additional 2 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes and the remaining ingredients and simmer until the sauce is thickened and slightly reduced, about 20 minutes.
- Add salt to taste, cover and set aside.
- Serve sauce warm or at room temperature.
- Enjoy!
- Yield: about 3 cups To make the Essence:.
- Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Yield: 2/3 cup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.7, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 25.5, Sodium 515.5, Carbohydrate 7.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.2, Protein 6
FRIED MOZZARELLA CHEESE STICKS
These fried cheese sticks are very easy to prepare and sooo good. Enjoy!
Provided by NANCI RENN
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix the eggs and water.
- Mix the bread crumbs and garlic salt in a medium bowl. In a medium bowl, blend the flour and cornstarch.
- In a large heavy saucepan, heat the oil to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
- One at a time, coat each mozzarella stick in the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, then in the bread crumbs and finally into the oil. Fry until golden brown, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.2 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Cholesterol 82.8 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 805.5 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
FRIED MOZZARELLA
Not a dieter's dish, but definately a nice/easy appetizer for a small party. Serve with a little tomato sauce for dipping. Kids love these!!
Provided by Chippie1
Categories Cheese
Time 12m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oil to 360 degrees.
- While the oil is heating, beat the eggs in a shallow bowl.
- Press cheese slices into the flour, coating them evenly with a thin layer of flour.
- Shake off any excess.
- Dip them into the egg, then into the breadcrumbs.
- Dip them once more into the egg and then back into the breadcrumbs.
- Fry immediately in the hot oil until golden brown (about 2 minutes).
- Drain quickly on paper towels, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.9, Fat 21.5, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 172.9, Sodium 568.3, Carbohydrate 2.1, Sugar 1.1, Protein 22
PASTA SALAD
This pasta salad has everything you could want in the bowl: loads of ripe tomatoes, chunks of mozzarella, sliced olives, salami and plenty of fresh green herbs, all tossed in a garlicky, oregano-spiked red wine vinaigrette. Serve it the same day it's made for the brightest flavor and best texture.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, weeknight, pastas, salads and dressings, main course, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 8 to 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make the dressing: Combine vinegar, garlic, oregano and a big pinch each salt and pepper in a large bowl. Whisk in oil; taste and add more salt, pepper or vinegar as needed. Set aside.
- Prepare the pasta: Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions until the pasta is al dente. Drain well, transfer to the large bowl, and toss with the dressing while still warm.
- Add tomatoes, mozzarella, salami, olives, cucumber and onion to the bowl and toss well; fold in herbs. Taste and season with more salt, pepper and vinegar, if you like.
- Drizzle with olive oil and top with cracked black pepper just before serving.
GRILLED PORTOBELLOS WITH MOZZARELLA SALAD
These colorful mushrooms are so filling, they're almost a meal in themselves. They can also be served with a small garden salad or as a hearty side dish. -Sarah Vasques, Milford, New Hampshire
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; cover and chill until serving., Spritz mushrooms with cooking spray. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill mushrooms, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until tender. Spoon 1/2 cup tomato mixture into each mushroom cap.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SHEET-PAN MUSHROOM PARMIGIANA
This smart weeknight dinner offers all the comforting flavors of a classic Parmigiana, but with minimal work. Earthy portobello mushrooms are used here, offering a perfect cradle for the red sauce and creamy mozzarella. Use good quality store-bought marinara sauce (vodka, arrabiata or amatriciana), a much-underrated pantry item that can turn around a meal quickly. This flexible recipe can be scaled up or down without too much fuss. It accounts for two portobello mushrooms per person, but if you're serving them with pasta or a salad, you could reduce to one each. The basil-scented bread crumbs finish the mushrooms with a lovely, herbaceous crunch. Extra bread crumbs keep well in an airtight container and are wonderful for topping pasta, salads, soups and roasted vegetables. To get vegetarian recipes like this one delivered to your inbox, sign up for The Veggie newsletter.
Provided by Hetty McKinnon
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. Arrange the cherry tomatoes on a sheet pan, along with half the garlic, and drizzle with 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and toss to coat the tomatoes.
- To the sheet pan, add the mushroom caps in between the tomatoes, gill side up, and drizzle each generously with olive oil. (Don't skimp here, as the olive oil will add lots of rich flavor.) Scatter the mushrooms with the remaining garlic, and season each mushroom with salt and black pepper. Fill each mushroom with marinara sauce, and top with cheese. Place in the oven and roast for 15 to 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly and golden.
- Meanwhile, heat a medium skillet over medium-high. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and add the bread crumbs, basil and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Stir constantly for 2 to 3 minutes, until golden. Remove from heat immediately and transfer to a bowl or jar.
- To serve, transfer mushrooms to serving plates, along with a few of the roasted cherry tomatoes. Top each mushroom with the basil bread crumbs and scatter with a few basil leaves.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh mozzarella, salami, and portabella mushrooms will give your salad the best flavor.
- Slice the mozzarella and salami thinly: This will help them cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the mozzarella: This will prevent the cheese from sticking together and cooking evenly.
- Use a nonstick pan: This will help prevent the mozzarella from sticking.
- Cook the mozzarella until it is golden brown: This will give it a crispy exterior and a gooey interior.
- Assemble the salad just before serving: This will prevent the greens from wilting.
- Dress the salad with a simple vinaigrette: A vinaigrette made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper will complement the flavors of the mozzarella, salami, and portabella mushrooms.
- Enjoy the salad warm or at room temperature: It is delicious either way.
Conclusion:
This fried mozzarella with salami portabella salad is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. The crispy mozzarella, salty salami, and savory portabella mushrooms are all tossed together with a simple vinaigrette and served on a bed of fresh greens. This salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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