You guys want an idea for a really “out-of-the-box” finger food? Think fresh and savory with a citrusy note: a bite-sized burst of flavor. The ingredients are few and as always, they must be of the highest quality. Only mozzarella, lime, and roe, with a more intense note of freshly-picked mint. No cooking, no hard work in the kitchen – plus guaranteed results!
How to use roe
What is roe and how is it used in the kitchen? You can buy it whole or grated, and it’s usually a mixture of mullet eggs or tuna, dried and left to mature for at least 90 days. Actually, behind this product there is quite a bit of work involved, which starts from removing the eggs from the fish bellies and continues with cleaning and salting them. Roe is a perfect ingredient to add some flavor to your dishes, from appetizers to cheese dishes. You can simply grate it or thinly slice it and complete your dishes. It will leave a delicate, savory taste in your mouth.
Mozzarella: buffalo mozzarella or fior di latte
The mozzarella depends on personal preference, whether you love strong flavors or more delicate tastes. Buffalo mozzarella bites add a stronger touch to this finger food, while the fior di latte lets roe and lime take over. The only rule? Pay attention to the preservation of buffalo mozzarella, which must remain in its whey outside the fridge.
The Recipe: Mozzarella, Lime and Roe
Ingredients:
16 mozzarella bites
16 slices of mullet roe
Fresh mint leaves
1 lime
Extra-virgin olive oil
Method:
Slice the mozzarella bites in half without separating completely.
Wash the lime and thinly slice. Then cut each lime slice in half.
Wash and dry the fresh mint leaves and start to assemble the finger food: Insert a slice of roe, a slice of lime, and a leaf of fresh mint into the mozzarella.
Arrange on a serving plate and finish with a drizzle of fruity oil. Serve with a good glass of white wine – perhaps a savory Vermentino.
Discover some more tips on making this extra-special finger food even tastier in our photo tutorial above!