Ingredients and Weight:
- Red onion: 1 medium (150g)
- Figs, fresh: 500g
- Olive oil: 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Balsamic vinegar: 2 tablespoons (30ml)
- Dijon mustard: 1 tablespoon (15ml)
- Brown sugar: 2 tablespoons (24g)
- Fresh thyme, chopped: 2 tablespoons (3g)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2/5 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Finely dice the red onion.
- Heat the olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat.
- Add the onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Coarsely chop the figs and add them to the pan.
- Stir in the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook until the figs are tender and have released their juices, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped thyme, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8th of recipe):
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 1g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and savory spread with a hint of tartness.
- Made with fresh, readily available ingredients.
- Versatile condiment that can be enjoyed on crackers, bread, or as a glaze for meats and fish.
User Comments:
- "This spread is my new favorite appetizer. It's so easy to make and has a delicious balance of flavors."
- "I love the sweetness of the figs paired with the savory onion. It's the perfect complement to any cheeseboard."
- "I used this spread to glaze a pork loin and it came out so juicy and flavorful."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use ripe, fresh figs for the best flavor.
- If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can substitute red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
- If you prefer a sweeter spread, add a bit more brown sugar to taste.
