Roasted Figs With Sweetened Yogurt Recipe

Name: Roasted Figs With Sweetened Yogurt
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces fresh, firm but ripe, black Mission figs; 2 teaspoons light brown sugar; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 tablespoon liqueur, such as Cointreau or whisky (or fruit juice, if preferred); A strip or two of lemon or orange zest; 1 pinch fine sea salt; 1/2 cup heavy cream, well-chilled; 1/8 teaspoon saffron threads (a large pinch); 1 cup full fat Greek yogurt; 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom; 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoons rosewater; 1 tablespoon granulated sugar; 1 handful roasted, salted pistachios, coarsely chopped (optional)

Servings: persons

8 ounces fresh, firm but ripe, black Mission figs
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon liqueur, such as Cointreau or whisky (or fruit juice, if preferred)
A strip or two of lemon or orange zest
1 pinch fine sea salt
1/2 cup heavy cream, well-chilled
1/8 teaspoon saffron threads (a large pinch)
1 cup full fat Greek yogurt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoons rosewater
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 handful roasted, salted pistachios, coarsely chopped (optional)

1
Preheat the oven to 400u00b0F. Choose a baking dish that will allow the figs to bake in one layer. Rinse and stem the figs and slice each one in half. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, honey, liqueur (or juice), and salt. Arrange the figs, cut side down, in the baking dish and pour the honey mixture over the top. Add the citrus zest strips. Place in the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until tender but not mushy. Set aside to cool a bit.
2
In the meantime, add the saffron threads to the heavy cream and infuse (in the refrigerator) for 30 minutes. In a medium bowl, whisk the yogurt to loosen the texture. Whip the saffron-infused cream to very soft peaks. Fold the cream into the yogurt. Add the cardamom and rosewater, starting with the smaller amounts, then adjust to your taste. Add the sugar, again, adjusting to taste.
3
Divide the yogurt mixture amongst four serving bowls. Top with 4 or 5 fig halves and a portion of the sweet, rose-colored cooking syrup. Top with chopped pistachios, if using.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 8 ounces fresh, firm but ripe, black Mission figs, 2 teaspoons light brown sugar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon liqueur, such as Cointreau or whisky (or fruit juice, if preferred), and more.

Yes, Roasted Figs With Sweetened Yogurt falls under the General 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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Roasted Figs With Sweetened Yogurt

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