How to make Open Caprese Sandwich -
Italian open sandwich made with focaccia bread, pesto, fresh mozzarella cheese and fresh basil leaves.
This is a Sanjeev Kapoor exclusive recipe.
Main Ingredients : Focaccia (फोकाचीया ब्रेड), Pesto sauce (पेस्तो सॉस)
Cuisine : Italian
Course : Snacks and Starters
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Open Caprese Sandwich Recipe Card
Italian cuisine has developed through centuries of social and political changes, with roots stretching to antiquity. Italian cuisine is simple and a number of dishes having only four to eight ingredients. They rely mostly on the quality of ingredients rather than elaborate preparation.
Noteworthy changes in Italian cuisine happened with the discovery of the New World and the introduction of potatoes, tomatoes, bell peppers and maize, which are now an integral part of this cuisine. Italian cuisine is known for its regional diversity each with a distinct taste. This cuisine today is probably one of the most popular in the world.
Prep Time : 11-15 minutes
Cook time : 0-5 minutes
Serve : 4
Level Of Cooking : Easy
Taste : Mild
Ingredients for Open Caprese Sandwich Recipe
Focaccia bread slices 4
Pesto sauce For topping
Tomatoes sliced 2 medium
Mozzarella cheese sliced 150 grams
Fresh basil leaves as required
Crushed black peppercorns to taste
Salt to taste
Balsamic vinegar to sprinkle
Method
Step 1
Toast bread slices on a non-stick pan, turning sides till golden on both sides.Transfer onto the worktop.
Step 2
Spread some pesto on the toasted bread slices. Place some tomato slices and mozzarella slices alternatively. Put few basil leaves and sprinkle some crushed peppercorns and salt on top.
Step 3
Place these sandwiches on a serving platter, drizzle some balsamic reduction on top and serve immediately.
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