Eggplant and Fig Confit Galette Topped with Chevre

Name: Eggplant and Fig Confit Galette Topped with Chevre Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole Medium Sized Eggplant, Sliced Thinly; 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 whole Medium Onion, Sliced Thinly; 1/2 cups Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice; 2 Tablespoons Real Maple Syrup; 6 whole Figs, Quartered; 1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar; 1 dash Salt; 1 whole Batch Of Your Favorite Pie Crust Dough; 4 whole Figs, Sliced Thinly; 1 pinch Chevre Cheese; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Marjoram; 1 whole Egg White, Beaten

Servings: persons

1 whole Medium Sized Eggplant, Sliced Thinly
2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 whole Medium Onion, Sliced Thinly
1/2 cups Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice
2 Tablespoons Real Maple Syrup
6 whole Figs, Quartered
1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
1 dash Salt
1 whole Batch Of Your Favorite Pie Crust Dough
4 whole Figs, Sliced Thinly
1 pinch Chevre Cheese
1 Tablespoon Fresh Marjoram
1 whole Egg White, Beaten

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Slice the eggplant thinly, layer slices on a plate and sprinkle each piece with salt.
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Allow to rest for 30 minutes to draw water out of the fruit.
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Make your fig confit: In a cast iron skillet or pan heat 2 Tablespoons of olive oil and saute the onion over medium heat until it begins to caramelize and turn brown.
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Add 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice and 2 Tablespoons real maple syrup.
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Saute for an additional 3-4 minutes as the juices begin to evaporate and the sauce begins to thicken.
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Add the quartered figs, 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar and a dash of salt.
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Mix thoroughly for an additional 6-8 minutes or until the figs have broken down and the mixture has thickened.
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Turn off the heat and set the mixture aside.
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The mixture will thicken to a jam like consistency as it cools.
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Now that the eggplant has released much of its water content, pat each piece dry.
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On a floured surface (baking stone) roll out your pate brisse/pie dough to an 1/8.
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Spread the fig confit on the bottom of the crust and layer with eggplant followed by freshly cut figs.
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Sprinkle with chevre cheese and fresh marjoram.
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Wrap the galette, folding the edges of the pie dough in towards the center (see photo) and brush the crust with egg whites and finish by sprinkling a few more marjoram leaves on top.
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Bake at 375F for 40-45 minutes or until the crust has turned a golden brown.
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Buen Provecho!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole Medium Sized Eggplant, Sliced Thinly, 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1 whole Medium Onion, Sliced Thinly, 1/2 cups Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice, and more.

Yes, Eggplant and Fig Confit Galette Topped with Chevre Cheese falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Eggplant and Fig Confit Galette Topped with Chevre Cheese

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