• Crumbed baby mozzarella with wild rocket, Parma ham and balsamic vinegar

    Serves: 4
    Cooking Time: 20 mins

    Ingredients

    • 400g baby mozzarella (bocconcini)
    • 80ml cake flour
    • 2 large eggs, beaten
    • 150g breadcrumbs
    • oil, for deep-frying
    • salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
    • 150g Parma ham, thinly sliced
    • extra virgin olive oil, to drizzle
    • 150g rocket
    • balsamic vinegar, to drizzle

    Instructions

    1

    Dry the mozzarella with a paper towel. Roll the mozzarella first in the flour, then the egg and finally in the breadcrumbs. Repeat the dipping step twice.

    2

    Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the mozzarella in batches of four until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Drain and season while hot.

    3

    Preheat the grill. Cut the Parma ham into strips and lay side by side on a baking tray. Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil. Place under the grill for a few minutes until crispy. Drain.

    4

    Put the rocket in a mixing bowl and toss through a little olive oil and vinegar until well combined. Place the rocket in the centre of serving plates and season.

    5

    Place the mozzarella and Parma ham on top and dress the salad with more olive oil and balsamic vinegar, if required. Season to taste and serve immediately.

    Notes

    To drink: Bellingham Maverick Sauvignon Blanc is full-bodied and herby with a hint of soft oak.