Mortadella Blossom Bites

Mortadella Blossom Bites

60 mins
medium
6 servings

Elegant and flavorful mortadella blossoms, a delightful twist on classic appetizers. Perfect for parties or a special occasion.

AppetizerItalianMortadella

Equipment Needed

  • Baking dish
  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Bowls

Ingredients

  • 500.00 gRicotta cheese(Use a high-quality ricotta for best flavor.)
  • 250.00 gCubed Mortadella(Select a flavorful mortadella.)
  • 1.00 Eggs(Large eggs.)
  • 3.00 tbspParmesan cheese, grated(Freshly grated for best flavor.)
  • 80.00 gBreadcrumbs(Panko breadcrumbs for a crispy texture.)
  • 80.00 gAll-purpose flour(For dusting the blossoms.)
  • 1.00 tspNutmeg(Freshly ground for best flavor.)
  • 1.00 tspSalt(Kosher salt.)
  • 1.00 tspBlack pepper(Freshly ground.)
  • 200.00 gThinly sliced Mortadella(For layering.)
  • 200.00 gSliced Provolone cheese(For layering.)
  • 500.00 mlCreamy Tomato Sauce(For a rich and flavorful base.)
  • 100.00 gChopped Pistachios(For garnish.)

Instructions

1

Combine ricotta, mortadella, egg, Parmesan, flour, nutmeg, salt, and pepper in a food processor.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Pulse until a smooth, workable dough forms. Add breadcrumbs and pulse again until well combined.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Shape the mixture into 30g balls and coat each in flour.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Place the balls in a greased baking dish, lightly coated with breadcrumbs.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

5

Arrange thin slices of mortadella on top of each ball.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

6

Layer with slices of provolone cheese.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Pour the creamy tomato sauce evenly over the blossoms.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

8

Sprinkle with extra grated Parmesan and breadcrumbs.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

9

Garnish with chopped pistachios.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

10

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 30-35 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.

Estimated time: 30 minutes