Strawberries and ham - this is definitely not the first thing to think about when searching a recipe for those delightful little berries.I was a bit skeptic at first, but try it and you'll be as convinced of the combination as I am !
Marinated Strawberries with Serrano Ham
• 2 cups (500g) fresh strawberries, sliced
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons pickled green peppercorns
• 1/2 cup (120g) Serrano ham (or Parma ham type), thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup (80g) Parmesan cheese
• salt, freshly ground pepper, fresh basil
Wash strawberries and dry carefully.
Cut into slices and put into serving bowl.
Mix balsamic vinegar, olive oil, green peppercorns, salt and ground pepper.
Pour over strawberries.
Leave strawberry mixture one hour in the fridge.
Pick basil leaves into small pieces and carefully mix with strawberries.
Decorate with the Serrano ham slices and small pieces of Parmesan cheese.
If desired you can pass Ciabatta bread and serve as a starter.
Makes 4 servings.
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