This recipe for Roasted Figs with Brussels Sprouts and Prosciutto comes from the Schafer family, fig growers in Central California. This sweet and savory dish will make a fig fan - and a Brussels sprouts fan - out of anyone.
1poundBrussels Sproutstrimmed and halved (about 3 pints)
1poundCalifornia Fresh Figsstem removed and halved
1teaspoonSea Salt
1teaspoonBlack Pepperfreshly ground
3ouncesProsciuttothinly sliced
1TablespoonChili Flakesor 2 teaspoons, or omit entirely
3TablespoonsBalsamic Vinegar
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 C)
Toss the Brussels Sprouts and Figs with the olive oil, salt and pepper, and arrange in a single layer on a sheet pan. Roast in the oven for 15 minutes.
While the sprouts figs are roasting, slice the prosciutto slices lengthwise, so you have two long strips from each slice. Coil each strip loosely into a small roll and set the rolls on a plate.
After the figs and sprouts have roasted for 15 minutes, pull the sheet pan out of the oven. Scatter the coils of rolled prosciutto over the pan, and then follow with an even sprinkle of the chili flakes. If the pan looks overly dry (no visible olive oil) drizzle another 1-2 tablespoons of oil evenly over the pan.
Return the sheet pan to the oven for another 10 minutes to finish roasting.
Allow the figs, sprouts and prosciutto to cool for about 5 minutes after removing from the oven, then drizzle the vinegar evenly over the pan. Then this roasted figs are ready to serve.
Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
The prosciutto may be omitted if desired. Enjoy with a glass of California wine!