**Fig and Pig: A Culinary Journey of Sweet and Savory Delights**
Indulge in a delectable culinary adventure where the sweetness of figs harmoniously intertwines with the savory richness of pork. Discover a symphony of flavors in our carefully curated collection of fig and pig recipes. Embark on a tasteful expedition that ranges from succulent grilled pork chops adorned with a sweet fig glaze to tantalizing fig and prosciutto pizza. Explore the versatility of this dynamic duo in both sweet and savory dishes, including a delightful fig and pig salad with a tangy balsamic dressing and a decadent fig and pig tart that combines sweet and savory elements in a perfect balance. Prepare to be captivated by the exquisite flavors of this unique culinary pairing.
FIG-PROSCIUTTO PIZZA WITH ARUGULA
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Time 1h35m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the crust: Sprinkle the yeast over 3/4 cup warm (not lukewarm) water in a bowl.
- In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, add the flour and salt and, with the mixer running on low speed, drizzle in the olive oil. Keep going until it's mixed through. Next, pour in the yeast/water mixture and mix until just combined.
- Coat a separate mixing bowl with a light drizzle of olive oil, tip the dough in and form it into a ball. Toss to coat the dough ball in the olive oil, then cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and allow the dough to rise for at least an hour, or up to 3 or 4 days.
- Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F. Arrange the oven rack in the lowest position.
- For the topping: Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface as thinly as possible Dough should be roughly 17 by 10 inches. Place on a large baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with the olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt. Spread the fig spread all over the surface of the dough. Lay the slices of mozzarella all over the surface of the pizza crust. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Bake the pizza until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly, 12 to 15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and immediately drape the prosciutto slices over the hot pizza. Sprinkle generously with the arugula and Parmesan shavings. Cut into wedges or squares and serve immediately!
FIG AND GOAT CHEESE BRUSCHETTAS
Steps:
- Place the orange zest and orange juice in a medium (10-inch) heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, such as Le Creuset. Add the sugar, vanilla bean, and figs to the pot. Cover and bring to a full boil over medium heat. (Don't worry; it may look dry.) Stir the mixture and boil hard for 1 minute, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Lower the heat, and cook uncovered at a full simmer for 50 minutes to 1 hour and 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. You want the little bubbles to be throughout the pot, not just at the edges. After 45 minutes, refrigerate a small amount of the liquid to see if it becomes syrupy. It should be like a soft fruit preserve. Keep cooking just until the liquid starts to gel when cold. If the liquid is too firm, add a little orange juice or water, cook for a minute, and test it again until it's right. Depending on how ripe the figs are, they will probably keep their shape, but it's fine if they don't. Discard the vanilla bean and serve or refrigerate.
- Before serving, toast or grill the bread and spread with goat cheese. Spoon the fig preserves on, then the grated orange zest if using, and serve.
POLISH FIG AND BACON APPETIZER (FIGS & PIGS)
I had this in an upscale Polish restaurant in Santa Monica. This is my version of what was served. I have served this to various parties, even people who claims not to like figs loved it.
Provided by Evie in L.A.
Categories Pork
Time 30m
Yield 12 appetizer, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- soak figs in hot water for 15 minutes, or until hydrated and soft.
- Trim fat from bacon, so only 1/3 or less of the bacon is fat.
- Bake or fry bacon until half done,edges curl but still soft.
- Drain bacon on paper towel.
- Wrap each fig with bacon and secure with toothpick.
- Broil assembled appetizers in oven, until bacon is crispy, about 5 to 10 minutes.
- Watch it, so bacon does not burn.
- Serve as an appetizer with red wine.
- The coombination of sweet jammy center with crispy salty bacon is a crowd pleaser.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.2, Fat 30.9, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 46.2, Sodium 569, Carbohydrate 16.5, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 12.1, Protein 8.7
Tips:
- Choose ripe, fresh figs: Look for figs that are plump and have a deep purple or green color. Avoid figs that are bruised or have blemishes.
- Handle figs gently: Figs are delicate fruits, so handle them carefully to avoid bruising them.
- Wash figs thoroughly: Before using figs, wash them gently under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
- Remove the stems: Before eating or cooking figs, remove the stems by gently twisting or snipping them off.
- Use figs in a variety of dishes: Figs can be used in a variety of dishes, both sweet and savory. They can be eaten fresh, used in salads, baked into desserts, or even grilled or roasted.
Conclusion:
Figs are a delicious and versatile fruit that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you're looking for a sweet treat or a savory dish, there's a fig recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're at the grocery store, be sure to pick up a few figs and experiment with some of these delicious recipes.
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