Description
A vibrant and fresh appetizer combining creamy burrata, smoky burnt oranges, crunchy pistachios, and juicy pomegranate seeds, all topped with a hint of sumac and fresh mint. Perfect for a light yet luxurious starter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 orange or blood orange
- Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- 1/2 pound ball of burrata
- 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 cup pistachios, roughly chopped
- 2 pinches nigella seeds
- 1/2 tsp sumac
- 1–2 pinches sea salt flakes
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 handful fresh mint leaves, torn
Instructions
Prepare the Orange:
- Use a small, sharp knife to remove the top and bottom of the orange. Place the orange on a cutting surface and carefully slice away the peel and pith, exposing the flesh all around.
- Segment the orange by slicing between each membrane to release the orange segments. Alternatively, slice the orange into rounds if preferred.
2. Burn the Orange Segments:
- Option 1 (Kitchen Torch): Lightly torch each side of the orange segments until they begin to blacken.
- Option 2 (Stovetop): Heat a frying pan on high. Lightly brush both sides of the orange segments with olive oil and place them in the hot pan. Sear each side for about 1 minute until charred.
3. Assemble the Dish:
- Place the burrata ball in the center of a serving plate. You can either leave it whole or gently tear it into quarters.
- Arrange the burnt orange segments around the burrata. Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds, chopped pistachios, nigella seeds, and sumac.
4. Finish and Serve:
- Drizzle the dish generously with olive oil, then season with sea salt flakes and black pepper. Scatter torn mint leaves over the top and serve immediately.
Notes
- For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a splash of balsamic reduction before serving.
- This dish is best enjoyed fresh but can be prepared a few hours in advance; simply assemble just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 2-4 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg