Burrata & Fig Carpaccio
I absolutely adore the taste, texture and colour of figs. They make very attractive starters and delicious desserts. Here is one of my favourite way to eat figs: with cheese!
Try to buy the best quality ingredients in order to achieve the most flavoursome starter.
Serves: 2
Prep: 15min Cook: 0 min Total: 15min
Ingredients:
1 burrata
4 figs
8 basil leaves
Zest of 1 lemon
20g of toasted sunflower seeds
Extra virgin olive oil
Honey
Sea salt & black pepper
Technique:
1- Let the burrata come up to room temperature and marinade in some finely grated lemon zest, olive oil, salt and pepper.
2- Wash and finely slice the figs, dispose directly on the plate.
3- Top with the burrata (shared in half), a drizzle of honey, basil leaves, sunflower seeds, a pinch of salt and pepper.