Grilled Fig Salad with Spiced Cashews Recipe

Name: Grilled Fig Salad with Spiced Cashews
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder; 1 cup raw cashews; Kosher salt; 1/4 cup canola oil, plus more for brushing; 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil; 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger; 3 scallions, green parts only, finely chopped (1/3 cup); 1 tablespoon toasted black sesame seeds; 12 fresh figs, halved; Pepper; 2 heads of Bibb or oak leaf lettuce (10 ounces), leaves torn

Servings: persons

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
1 cup raw cashews
Kosher salt
1/4 cup canola oil, plus more for brushing
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice wine vinegar
3 tablespoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger
3 scallions, green parts only, finely chopped (1/3 cup)
1 tablespoon toasted black sesame seeds
12 fresh figs, halved
Pepper
2 heads of Bibb or oak leaf lettuce (10 ounces), leaves torn

1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a medium saucepan, bring the sugar and 2 tablespoons of water to a boil.
3
Boil over moderately low heat, undisturbed, until a light amber caramel forms, about 5 minutes.
4
Using a wet pastry brush, wash down any sugar crystals on the side of the pan.
5
Remove from the heat and whisk in the butter and five-spice powder.
6
Stir in the cashews until evenly coated.
7
Scrape the cashews onto the prepared baking sheet and spread in an even layer; season with salt and cool.
8
Break up the glazed cashews into individual pieces.
9
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the 1/4 cup of canola oil with the sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, ginger, scallions and sesame seeds.
10
Light a grill and oil the grate.
11
Brush the cut sides of the figs with oil and season with salt and pepper.
12
Grill over moderate heat just until lightly charred and barely juicy, about 2 minutes per side; transfer to a plate.
13
In a large bowl, toss the lettuce with two-thirds of the dressing and season with salt and pepper.
14
Arrange the lettuce on plates and top with the figs.
15
Drizzle more dressing over the figs, sprinkle with the candied cashews and serve.

400

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder, 1 cup raw cashews, and more.

Yes, Grilled Fig Salad with Spiced Cashews falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Grilled Fig Salad with Spiced Cashews

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