Jamón Ibérico con Pan con Tomate
Experience the harmony of rich Jamón Ibérico paired with rustic Pan con Tomate for a delightful Spanish appetizer.
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Ingredients
- 200 g Jamón Ibérico, thinly sliced
- 2 ripe tomatoes
- 4 slices of rustic bread
- 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, to taste
Steps
Toast the slices of bread in a preheated oven at 200°C for about 5 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
While the bread is toasting, cut the tomatoes in half and grate the pulp into a bowl, discarding the skins.
Once the bread is toasted, rub the cut side of the tomato halves onto each slice, ensuring even coverage.
Drizzle the toasted bread with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with salt to taste.
Arrange the hand-sliced Jamón Ibérico on a plate at room temperature, and serve alongside the prepared bread.
Why this works
The beauty of Jamón Ibérico con Pan con Tomate lies in its simplicity, showcasing high-quality ingredients with minimal preparation. The toasted bread acts as a canvas, its crunch providing a delightful contrast to the juicy, ripe tomatoes. Rubbing the bread with fresh tomato pulp allows the natural sweetness and acidity of the tomatoes to seep into the bread, enriching each bite. The olive oil adds a luscious smoothness that balances the saltiness of the ham. If the bread seems too dry after rubbing, simply add more olive oil for moisture. This dish highlights the ingredient-first principle; when elements are of such high quality, the technique should focus on enhancing their natural flavors rather than complicating them.