Get the Nduja Bruschetta recipe
Bruschetta is a go-to appetizer. But why not elevate it by substituting toppings placed on the toasted baguette? Nduja is a spicy and flavor spread that can “wow” a starter. This recipe features nduja paired with a lemony ricotta, basil and an extra kick of heat with a drizzle of chili oil. Experiment with this recipe and add your own twist. More on nduja.
Nduja Bruschetta
Author: Pizza Today
Recipe type: Appetizer
Ingredients
- 1 large French or Italian baguette
- 6 ounces nduja
- ¾ cup ricotta
- Juice from a quarter of a lemon
- Basil, torn
- Sea salt
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Chili oil, optional
Instructions
- In a bowl, blend ricotta and sea salt to taste; add juice from a quarter of a lemon. Set aside.
- Slice baguette into 1-inch-thick slices.
- Arrange bread on a baking sheet.
- Brush with EVOO.
- Toast bread until golden brown.
- Spread nduja over toasted baguette slices.
- Put ricotta into a piping bag or dollop ricotta mixture with a spoon onto the toast.
- Finish with basil and a sprinkle of sea salt.
- For an extra kick, add a drizzle of chili oil.
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