Description
Skewered Salami Eyeballs are a spooky and delicious Halloween appetizer combining mozzarella balls decorated with kalamata olive 'eyes,' slices of pepperoni, and red bell pepper wedges. These easy-to-assemble savory skewers make a fun and festive addition to any party platter.
Ingredients
Eyeballs
- 1 cup mozzarella balls
- 2 tablespoons kalamata olives
- 1 red bell pepper (for decoration)
- 4 ounces pepperoni stick
Instructions
- Cut Mozzarella: Use a sharp knife to make small indents on each mozzarella ball. These indents will hold the olive pieces to create the 'eyes.'
- Prepare Eyes: Finely chop the kalamata olives and press them into the mozzarella indents, forming the eyeball pupils.
- Slice Pepperoni: Cut the pepperoni stick into small chunks about 3/4 inch (2 cm) long and also into thin slices or strips that are 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick for layering on the skewers.
- Cut Red Pepper: Slice the red bell pepper into small wedge-shaped pieces for decoration. Optionally, dried chili peppers can be used for added spice.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread the skewers starting with a red pepper wedge, then a pepperoni chunk, followed by a mozzarella ball with the olive eye. Add a thicker pepperoni slice afterward. Near the base, add a few thin pepperoni slices and finish with another mozzarella ball to stabilize the skewer.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled skewers until ready to serve. Arrange them on a Halloween-themed platter for a festive presentation.
Notes
- Use fresh mozzarella balls for the best texture.
- For a spicier version, substitute red bell pepper wedges with dried chili peppers.
- Skewers can be prepared a few hours ahead and kept refrigerated.
- Ensure olives are finely chopped so they fit nicely into the mozzarella indents.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
