FIG-OLIVE TAPENADE

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Provided by David Lebovitz

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Fruit     Olive     Vegetable     Fig

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup (85 g) stemmed and quartered dried Black Mission figs
1 cup (250 ml) water
1 cup (170 g) black olives, rinsed and pitted
1 garlic clove, peeled
2 teaspoons capers, rinsed and drained
2 anchovy fillets
2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary or thyme
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a small saucepan, simmer the figs in the water with the lid askew for 10 to 20 minutes, until very tender. Drain.
  • 2. If using a mortar and pestle, mash the olives with the garlic, capers, anchovies, mustard, and rosemary. (Sometimes I chop the olives first, which means less pounding later.) Pound in the figs. Once they are broken up, stir in the lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • 3. If using a food processor, pulse the olives, figs, garlic, capers, anchovies, mustard, rosemary, and lemon juice to create a thick paste. Pulse in the olive oil until you've achieved a chunky-smooth paste. Don't overdo it; good tapenade should be slightly rough. Season with salt and pepper, if necessary.

Kedija Mustofa
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This tapenade is a great gift idea for your foodie friends.


Rolly Corpuz
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This tapenade is a great way to add a little something extra to your next sandwich or wrap.


Aura Lee Sturgeon
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I love the addition of lemon zest to this tapenade. It really brightens up the flavor.


MunkyFarts
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This tapenade is a great way to use up leftover herbs.


Rosa Mbatha
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I love the pop of color that the figs add to this tapenade.


Dede Glod
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This tapenade is a great way to add a little something extra to your next party or gathering.


Zaidjani zaidjani
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I've never made tapenade before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out great and I'll definitely be making it again.


Ashiraf Trizzy
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This tapenade is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love serving it with crostini or crackers.


Shahmeer Khan
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this tapenade. It's the perfect appetizer or snack.


As Arifulislam
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This tapenade is a great way to use up leftover figs and olives. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties.


Waroooky
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I love this tapenade! It's so versatile. I've used it as a dip for vegetables, as a spread for sandwiches, and as a topping for grilled fish. It's always delicious.


Fatema Aktet
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This tapenade is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.


Randalini Mallozzi
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I've been making this tapenade for years and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Lockwood studios
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This tapenade is so delicious! I love the combination of sweet figs and salty olives. It's the perfect appetizer or snack.


Tshwaro Lerumo
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I made this tapenade for a party last weekend and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.


Suzie Mason
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This is my go-to recipe for tapenade. It's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


Wz Abbasi
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I've made this tapenade a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties.


Aya Gadd
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This fig and olive tapenade is a delicious and versatile dish. I served it as an appetizer with crostini and it was a hit. The salty olives and sweet figs are a perfect balance, and the herbs and spices add a nice depth of flavor.