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Dried Fig Souvlaki

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Dried Fig Souvlaki

Dried Fig Souvlaki

amanda

Equipment

  • - Stand Mixer: For effortlessly combining and kneading ingredients, useful in making doughs like pita bread.

  • - Food Processor: Versatile tool to chop nuts, herbs, and vegetables efficiently; helps in preparing various fillings or accompaniments.

  • - Slow Cooker: Ideal for marinating meats (such as souvlaki skewers) with dried figs and spices over several hours to infuse flavors deeply.

  • - Electric Knife Set: For cutting ingredients, especially useful if you plan on making homemade pita bread or slicing vegetables for garnishes.

  • - Digital Kitchen Scale: Accurate measurement of dried figs and other ingredients ensures perfect proportions in your recipe.

  • - Silicone Spatula Set: Handy for mixing, scraping bowls, and handling delicate components without damaging them during preparation.

  • - High-Speed Blender: Useful for making purees or sauces from figs; also handy for blending quick bread mixes if needed.

  • - Electric Skewer Grill Set: Specifically designed to cook skewers evenly and quickly, providing a perfect way to grill your souvlaki.

  • - Non-Stick Baking Sheet with Exclusive Souvlaki Rings: Aids in baking pita bread rounds or serving the dish neatly on plates without sticking issues.

  • - Silicone Food Storage Bags: Ideal for storing leftovers, including any prepared figs and other ingredients with ease.

  • - Multifunction Cheese Grater Set: For grating cheese or other toppings that could complement the dish; useful if adding a crumbly or shredded element.

Ingredients

  • 18 large dried figs (preferably Greek)

  • 18 1/2-inch cubes feta cheese

  • 18 thin slices pastourma, prosciutto, or bresaola

  • 18 large fresh sage leaves

  • 18 large toothpicks

  • Extra-virgin olive oil

Instructions

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Instruction 1

Using small sharp knife, cut stem from top of each fig, then cut straight down from top center to make 3/4-inch-deep, 1/2-inch-long slit in fig. Fill slit in each fig with cube of feta cheese, then press opening closed. Place 1 slice of pastourma on work surface; top with sage leaf. Place stuffed fig at 1 end and roll up to enclose fig. Secure with toothpick. Repeat with remaining pastourma, sage, and figs. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead.
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Instruction 2

Arrange on plate, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and chill. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour before continuing. Pour enough oil into large skillet to cover bottom. Heat over medium-high heat. Add figs. Cook until pastourma begins to crisp, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to large platter. Serve warm.
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