Melon, mozzarella and parma ham tartines
This quick starter is easily scaled and doesn't scrimp on style or substance - combine shaved, salty parma ham with juicy ripe melon and creamy mozzarella
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- Serves: 4 persons
Ingredients
- 4slices of parma ham
- 4slices of baguette or ciabatta
- 300g melon ripe, cut into small cubes
- ½red chilli , finely chopped
- basil , half finely chopped
- ½lemon , juiced
- 2tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1mozzarella ball , drained
Instructions
Step 1
Put the parma ham slices in a non-stick frying pan over a medium-low heat and fry for 4-5 mins, turning halfway, until crispy and golden. Leave to cool and crisp. Toast the bread slices in the fat in the pan, toasting for 1-2 mins on each side.Step 2
Mix the melon, chilli, chopped basil, lemon juice and olive oil with some seasoning. Tear the mozzarella into the melon and toss. Spoon over the toasts. Garnish with the crispy parma ham and a few extra basil leaves.