Fresh fig carpaccio

With this fresh fig carpaccio, you embark on a journey of contrasts and refined flavors. Thinly sliced, sweet, fresh figs naturally form the base of this elegant starter. Topped with a mix of crispy bacon cubes and coarsely chopped walnuts. Finally the creamy and lightly salted feta and a sweet balsamic-honey dressing elevate this dish to perfection.

How to make fresh fig carpaccio?

This fresh fig carpaccio with bacon cubes, chopped walnuts, and feta is not only a feast for the eyes and taste buds-it's also a joy for the cook because it's so easy to prepare.

Preparing the ingredients

First, we make the balsamic-honey dressing. For this, we mix equal parts balsamic vinegar and honey. We bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer for a few minutes. Then, we set the dressing aside to cool and thicken. A tip: make a larger batch so you can save it for salads and the like.

Since we already have a hot stove, we can go ahead and crisp up the bacon cubes. Place them in a pan without adding any fat. Let them cook until they're slightly crispy, then remove them from the heat. With that, the warm preparations are done.

Meanwhile, we can also prepare the other ingredients in parallel. Use a large kitchen knife to coarsely chop the walnuts. You can then mix them with the crispy bacon cubes. After that, cut the feta into small cubes.

And then it's time to start on the figs. Cut off the stem attachment and then slice the figs into thin rounds. Use a large, sharp kitchen knife for the best results.

Oh, and also cut a few sprigs of parsley or similar greens. This is purely for decoration but adds a nice extra splash of color. After all, we eat with our eyes too.

Serving the fresh fig carpaccio

Now we can start arranging everything on the plates. Begin with the fig carpaccio, which will serve as the base layer. Distribute the mixture of crispy bacon cubes and chopped walnuts over the figs. Next, add the creamy and lightly salty feta cubes. Finally, drizzle with the balsamic dressing and garnish with a sprig of parsley.

More surprising.figs

Do you happen to have a fig tree in your garden that's exceptionally productive? If so, be sure to try making fresh fig jam - a delicious treat that, in theory, keeps well. In practice, though, it tends to get spread on bread pretty quickly!

Even more surprising is a lukewarm chicory salad with caramelized figs. This decadent and delicious side dish is perfect for your festive or New Year's menu.

And how about a tasty vegetarian lunch with potato waffles, arugula, figs, and goat cheese? Absolutely mouthwatering!

If you speak Dutch, you can find the Dutch version of this recipe on gerechtenweb.blog.