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Tomato, Mozzarella & Thai Basil Crostini

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Tomato, Mozzarella & Thai Basil CrostiniRomulo Yanes

Sesame oil and rice vinegar spin the caprese eastward.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 12 servings

Ingredients

12 slices seven-grain or sesame bread
1/2 garlic clove
2 cups (about 10 ounces) halved cherry or grape tomatoes
1 small shallot, minced
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon unseasoned rice vinegar
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Sliced fresh mozzarella
Thai basil leaves

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Grill bread slices and rub with garlic clove.

    Step 2

    In a bowl, combine tomatoes, shallot, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Season with sea salt and pepper; let sit for 15 minutes.

    Step 3

    Put sliced fresh mozzarella on toasts. Spoon tomato mixture over mozzarella and garnish with Thai basil leaves. Season with sea salt and pepper.

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