Charred Figs | Manchego | Honeyed Walnuts Recipe
Have you ever dipped a sharp cheese in honey? If you haven’t, you need to try it! The combination is so flavourful and fantastic. And to make it even better, try adding grilled figs, oozing with their summer juices and sweetness.
Servings
6 people
Ingredients
- 9 ripe fresh figs
- 6 tbsp olive oil (separated)
- 2-3 ounces manchego cheese or pecorino romano
- ¼ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
- 2-3 tbsp honey, a little more for drizzling on the figs at the end
- Flaked sea salt (Maldon)
- Heaping ¼ tsp. freshly and coarsely ground pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat a large fry pan over medium heat, add 2 tbsp. of the oil, add the walnuts, toast for 5-8 minutes, add the honey and pepper. Toss and cook for another 5 minutes tossing a few times. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- 2
Heat a grill to medium (or a cast iron pan with ridges). Cut the figs in half and toss gently in 2 tbsp. olive oil, grill on the cut side until golden grill marks have appeared. Remove to a serving plate and arrange decoratively.
- 3
Arrange the walnuts around the figs.
- 4
Break the cheese up into bits that resemble the size of the walnuts and distribute throughout the figs and walnuts.
- 5
Drizzle with the remaining olive oil, and a little more honey and sprinkle with flaked salt.
- 6
Serve warm or room temp.
Tips & Storage
- How to Store
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Most sides keep well for 3-4 days. Dress salads just before serving to keep them crisp.
- Make Ahead Tip
- Many sides can be prepped in advance. Chop vegetables and make dressings ahead of time, then assemble just before serving.
- Serving Tip
- This pairs well with a variety of main dishes. Try it alongside grilled chicken, fish, or a hearty soup for a complete meal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make Charred Figs | Manchego | Honeyed Walnuts?
This Charred Figs | Manchego | Honeyed Walnuts recipe by Carolyn Cohen includes step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. You'll need 7 ingredients and the recipe is designed for home cooks of all skill levels.
How many servings does this charred figs | manchego | honeyed walnuts recipe make?
This recipe makes 6 servings. You can easily double or halve the recipe to suit your needs.
What goes well with this charred figs | manchego | honeyed walnuts?
This recipe pairs well with a variety of dishes. Try it as part of a complete meal with complementary sides, salads, or proteins.