Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
0.25 pound

prosciutto

thinly sliced

0.25 piece

daikon radish

peeled and diced small

0.5 unit

lemon

zest and juice

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Pepper

0.25 cup

yellow mustard seeds

1 quart

water

1 tsp

tumeric powder

1 tsp

sugar

0.25 cup

white wine vinegar

0.5 cup

water

0.5 tsp

kosher salt

1 tsp

chives

minced

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~2 min

Lightly coat a mini-cupcake tray with non-stick spray.

Step 3
~2 min

Cut prosciutto into 3 inch by 3 inch squares.

Step 4
~2 min

Lay a square of prosciutto gently into each cupcake mold on the tray.

Step 5
~2 min

Bake in preheated oven until dry and crisp, approximately 12 minutes.

Step 6
~2 min

Remove prosciutto cups from tray and reserve on paper towel until ready to assemble.

Step 7
~2 min

Prepare the daikon radish filling by dicing the peeled daikon radish into small pieces.

Step 8
~2 min

In a small bowl, combine the diced daikon radish, lemon zest, lemon juice, and olive oil.

Step 9
~2 min

Season the daikon radish mixture with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 10
~2 min

Prepare the mustard seeds. In a saucepan, combine yellow mustard seeds, water, tumeric powder, sugar, white wine vinegar, kosher salt.

Step 11
~2 min

Cook the mustard seeds over medium heat until the water evaporates and the seeds are softened.

Step 12
~2 min

Let the mustard seeds cool. Drain and add chives.

Step 13
~2 min

Carefully fill each prosciutto cup with the daikon radish mixture.

Step 14
~2 min

Top with the cooled mustard seeds.

Step 15
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure prosciutto is very thinly sliced for best results.

Adjust lemon juice to taste.

Can be assembled ahead of time but serve immediately to maintain crispness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The proscuitto cups can be baked ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as an appetizer.

Pair with a glass of dry white wine.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Olives
Artichoke hearts
Goat cheese

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Prosciutto is a staple in Italian cuisine, often served as an antipasto.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Weddings

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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