Caprese Salad with Fried Capers and Basil

Caprese Salad with Fried Capers and Basil

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Briny and slightly crispy fried capers punch up the flavor of this classic Italian tomato and mozzarella salad.

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Cooking tools:

  • Saucepan
  • Slotted spoon
  • Paper towel
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Serving platter
  • Measuring cup
  • Kitchen towel

Ingredients

  • Olive oil, for frying and drizzling
  • 1⁄4 cup brine-packed capers, drained and patted dry
  • 12 fresh basil leaves, patted dry
  • 3 medium vine-ripe tomatoes, cored and sliced 1/4” thick
  • 8 oz. fresh mozzarella, sliced 1/4” thick
  • Kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • Balsamic vinegar, for drizzling

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