Fresh Mozzarella
The last couple times I bought fresh mozzarella it has had absolutely no flavor! What do I need to look for when buying mozzarella? Are there certain brands that are better than others? I really didn't think it mattered, but I was unimpressed with both I had bought...so bland! Both fresh and when I melted it!
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10 Comments:
It's a very mild cheese, so none of them are going to have a big punch of flavor. I'd suggest trying local brands, if you can find them.
dbcurrie at 2:53PM on 06/22/09
@christaleena - I agree with you. I have tried various fresh mozarella for caprese salad, as they don't sell "buffalo" mozarella around here. It was totally bland and rubbery and did not add anything to the lovely tomato, cold pressed olive oil, balsamic and fresh basil.
I have tried various brands and also something called boncacinni (sp?) - I really don't see the point in adding this stuff to the salad. I think I would rather go with goat cheese or brie, to add a creamy consistency. Am I doing anything wrong?
bareneed at 3:10PM on 06/22/09
that's exactly what i wanted to use it for--on fresh tomatoes with fresh basil & balsamic...i was like pouring on the balsamic to get any real flavor. and rubbery was definitely the texture i got. oh well! goat cheese is my absolute fave! never had brie, but will try that soon.
christaleena at 3:15PM on 06/22/09
If you have access to a good milk source, you could try making your own. It is all about the milk.
derosa at 4:00PM on 06/22/09
mozzarella usually is very mild and like derosa said, it's all about the milk.
a good extra virgin olive oil doesn't hurt and a generous pinch of a good sea salt will help, too. ripe tomatoes and fresh basil should balance out the flavors and textures. there's nothing like it if you've got good ingredients.
pooch at 4:39PM on 06/22/09
If your a little adventurous, try a smoked Mozzarella, gives you a very different spin on mozz and is especially good on a pizza.
dmcavanagh at 6:55PM on 06/22/09
Find an authentic Italian deli....many times they make it themselves....really fresh, with the milk oozing out. Many times with store bought "fresh" mozzarella you might need a little salt to bring out the flavor. But try to find a local purveyor that makes it themselves...its worth the time and expense.
thegoch at 7:17PM on 06/22/09
Its very mild because it isnt aged like other cheese. When the nice ripe local grown tomatoes are in season the best thing to do is make the caprese salad with EVOO, fresh basil and a nice balsamic redux. Don't forget the salt and cracked pepper.
WSLunch at 8:36AM on 06/23/09
Mozzarella isn't supposed to have a strong flavor. But it picks up flavors from other ingredients. That's why it's so great with fresh tomatoes and basil and balsamic!
Over the weekend I added it to Panzanella salad: Delicious!
orchidgirl at 10:09AM on 06/23/09
This is the best I've ever had.
SO delicious.
jbeach at 4:16PM on 06/26/09