Mortadella Sandwiches with Pistachio Spread
Mortadella is having quite the comeback, and we love it for its richness and its finesse. Given its mild flavour, it needs to be elevated with savoury toppings like a honey, lemon and pistachio garnish. Tie it all together with creamy ricotta, served in a focaccia. This sandwich is a work of art.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (65 g) roasted shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) honey
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 lemon, zest finely grated
- 2 pieces focaccia bread, homemade (see recipe) or store-bought, each about 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 inches (14 x 9 cm) (about 1/4 of the focaccia, cut into 2 pieces)
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) ricotta cheese
- 1 package (175 g) sliced mortadella
- 1 1/4 cups (30 g) arugula
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Season with salt and pepper.
Mortadella is having quite the comeback, and we love it for its richness and its finesse. Given its mild flavour, it needs to be elevated with savoury toppings like a honey, lemon and pistachio garnish. Tie it all together with creamy ricotta, served in a focaccia. This sandwich is a work of art.