A warm, gently braised chicory and endive salad finished with lemon, garlic, and chilli, then topped with creamy buffalo mozzarella and silky prosciutto. This Italian-style plate balances bitter greens, rich cheese, and salty cured meat.
A warm, gently braised chicory and endive salad finished with lemon, garlic, and chilli, then topped with creamy buffalo mozzarella and silky prosciutto. This Italian-style plate balances bitter greens, rich cheese, and salty cured meat.
1. Prepare the Greens
2. Boil the Greens
3. Braise with Aromatics
4. Season the Greens
5. Plate the Salad
If you can’t find catalonga or sugarloaf endive, substitute with a mix of radicchio, escarole, or other bitter greens. Don’t be shy with the lemon and olive oil, bright acidity and good oil are key to balancing the bitterness of the chicory.