Name: Dried Fig Vinaigrette
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 200 ml extra virgin olive oil; 4 dried figs; 100 ml balsamic vinegar of Modena; 1 lemon; 1 garlic; 1 chopped onion; salt; pepper

Dried Fig Vinaigrette

A sweet and intense vinaigrette, with a smooth texture, that combines the fruity aroma of dried figs with the sweet and sour touch of Modena balsamic vinegar and the richness of extra virgin olive oil.

Ingredients

Servings:

Ingredients

200 mlextra virgin olive oil
4 dried figs
100 mlbalsamic vinegar of Modena
1 lemon
1 garlic
1 chopped onion
salt
pepper

Nutritional Information

Per Serving (Approx.)

Calories

750 kcal

Protein

5 g

Fat

51 g

Carbohydrates

77 g

Disclaimer: These values are estimates based on ingredient types and may not be precise.

Step-by-step Guide

Preparation

Gently cook the dried figs with the Modena vinegar over low heat for approximately 10-15 minutes, or until the reduction reaches the texture of a thick syrup.
Blend the mixture with a hand blender until it becomes smooth and homogeneous.
Add the lemon juice, chopped onion, salt, and pepper to taste, and blend it again with the hand blender to integrate all ingredients well.
Gradually add the oil while continuing to blend.
Emulsify the mixture using the whisk attachments until achieving a smooth and well-emulsified texture, about 2-3 minutes.

Recommendations & Tricks

When preparing dried figs, soak them in a little warm water for about 10 minutes before chopping; this helps to soften them and makes it easier to incorporate them into the vinaigrette.
For a more intense flavor, lightly toast the garlic in a dry pan before crushing it with the other ingredients; this will give it a deep and slightly sweet touch.
Store the vinaigrette in an airtight jar in the refrigerator and let it rest for at least an hour before serving; this way, the flavors will blend better and the texture will be more homogeneous.