Best Herbed Marinated Bocconcini Recipes

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MARINATED BOCCONCINI



Marinated Bocconcini image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 pints

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 fresh basil leaves
12 sprigs fresh thyme
4 sprigs fresh rosemary
4 whole cloves garlic, crushed
Crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
4 pounds bocconcini (small mozzarella balls, about 2 inches in diameter)
Extra-virgin olive oil
4 pint-size mason jars, sterilized, procedure follows*

Steps:

  • To each mason jar add 3 basil leaves, 3 thyme sprigs, 1 sprig fresh rosemary, 1 clove garlic, a pinch red pepper flakes and salt, to taste. Fill the jar half way up with extra-virgin olive oil and add 10 to 12 drained boccocini balls. Top off with more extra-virgin olive oil. Cover and seal the jar. Repeat with the other 3 jars. Turn the jars over several times to incorporate the flavors. Refrigerate for 3 at least days before serving. Lasts for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

HERBED MARINATED BOCCONCINI



Herbed Marinated Bocconcini image

These mini-balls of fresh mozzarella cheese are even better when marinated and are delicious hors d'oeuvres.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pint drained bocconcini
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine bocconcini, olive oil and red-pepper flakes; season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Marinate at room temperature at least 1 hour (or up to 4 hours). Top with basil and serve with crackers or crostini.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 g, Fat 19 g, Protein 13 g

MARINATED BOCCONCINI (RACHAEL RAY)



Marinated Bocconcini (Rachael Ray) image

Great for parties or gift giving. Note that the cooking time is actually the time the bocconcini needs to be refrigerated before serving.

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     European

Time P3DT15m

Yield 4 jars

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 fresh basil leaves
12 sprigs fresh thyme
4 sprigs fresh rosemary
4 whole garlic cloves
4 pinches crushed red pepper flakes
kosher salt, to taste
4 lbs bocconcini (small mozzarella balls, about 2 inches in diameter)
6 cups extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Sterilize 4 pint-sized mason jars.
  • To each mason jar add 3 basil leaves, 3 thyme sprigs, 1 sprig fresh rosemary, 1 clove garlic, a pinch red pepper flakes and salt, to taste.
  • Fill the jar half way up with extra-virgin olive oil and add 10 to 12 drained boccocini balls.
  • Top off with more extra-virgin olive oil.
  • Cover and seal the jar. Repeat with the other 3 jars.
  • Turn the jars over several.
  • Refrigerate for 3 at least days before serving.
  • Lasts for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4230, Fat 425.4, SaturatedFat 104.4, Cholesterol 358.3, Sodium 2851.2, Carbohydrate 11, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 4.7, Protein 100.8

HERBED BOCCONCINI



Herbed Bocconcini image

An impromptu gathering calls for quick and easy bites -- this mozzarella hors d'oeuvre does the trick.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pint (about 11 ounces after draining) bocconcini
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives, or chopped parsley
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine ingredients and season with salt and pepper.
  • Marinate in a bowl at room temperature until ready to serve, at least 20 minutes and up to 2 hours.

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