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Mortadella, Pesto, Burrata Focaccia Sandwich with Garlic Confit Aioli

A delightful and flavorful sandwich combining creamy burrata, savory mortadella, and aromatic pesto, elevated by garlic confit aioli. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 piece Focaccia bread Freshly baked for best flavor
  • 6 slices Mortadella slices Use high-quality mortadella
  • 1 ball Burrata cheese Tear for easy layering
  • 3 tablespoons Pesto sauce Homemade or store-bought
  • 2 tablespoons Garlic confit For added flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Extra virgin recommended
  • to taste Salt Season to your preference
  • to taste Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the focaccia bread in half.
  2. Spread a layer of pesto sauce on the bottom half.
  3. Layer the mortadella slices evenly over the pesto.
  4. Tear the burrata cheese and place it on top of the mortadella.
  5. Drizzle some garlic confit and olive oil over the cheese, and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Place the top half of the focaccia back on and press gently.
  7. Optionally, grill the sandwich for a few minutes until slightly crispy.
  8. Cut into portions and serve.

Notes

This sandwich is best served warm, accompanied by a side salad or crunchy chips. For enhanced flavor, serve with extra pesto for dipping. Store leftovers tightly wrapped in the refrigerator for up to two days.