Pesto rosso as a base, not a finish. The sun-dried tomato paste goes on the bread first, warm from the grill. The burrata goes on cold. That contrast, concentrated and acidic underneath, soft and milky on top, is the whole point of the dish.
The bread needs to be properly charred, not just warmed. A griddle pan leaves the char that dries the surface so the bread holds up under two toppings without going soft. Rub the garlic while the toast is still hot: that is the only moment when the garlic perfumes the bread properly.
This eats best in the first two minutes after assembly.
Set servings and units first. You can change them anytime.
Remove the burrata from its liquid at least 20 minutes before serving so it reaches room temperature. Cold burrata tears poorly and stays rubbery.
Grill the bread on a griddle pan or under the broiler, 2-3 minutes per side, until well marked and crisp through.
While still hot, rub each slice with the cut face of the garlic clove. Brush with olive oil.
Spread a generous tablespoon of pesto rosso over each slice, pressing down slightly so it adheres to the warm bread.
Tear each burrata roughly into quarters and place 1-2 pieces on each bruschetta so the interior cream spills onto the bread.
Finish with a pinch of flaked salt, a basil leaf, and cracked black pepper. Serve immediately.
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Tear the burrata, do not cut it. A knife compresses the outer shell and holds the cream inside. Tearing lets the stracciatella spill naturally. This is the same logic as tearing mozzarella for pizza: the rough edge releases more surface area and more flavor.
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