what meat goes well with figs

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This grilled steak is so delicious! The meat is sliced and topped with a sweet and tangy salsa prepared with dried figs — share this recipe at your next potluck or backyard get-together.

If you’re looking for a creative way to take your everyday grilled steak to the next level, you need to check out this dish.

Beef grilled to juicy perfection and sauced with a quick sweet and tangy fig sauce is absolutely what you want to serve during outdoor grilling season. Especially if you want to try something fun!

My simple twist in this recipe — which is basically a plain grilled steak— is that I use dried figs to make a chunky salsa that includes balsamic vinegar, lime juice, honey and shallots.

I love to slice up the steak, pile the slices on a platter and spoon the tangy-sweet salsa all over it. YUM.

I created this salsa with dried purple figs, my favorite type to nibble on and cook with.

Served with meat Naturally sweet figs add a new dimension to gamey meats like quail, dark meat such as duck and salty, cured meats such as prosciutto and rich lamb cutlets.
what meat goes well with figs

What to do with dried figs

Next to just eating dried figs out of hand, they’re perfect to add to recipes when you want a touch of sweetness.

To make them a part of the salsa, first rehydrate the figs in warm water for a few minutes to soften and plump them up a bit.

Then all you need to do is combine the chopped figs with the remaining ingredients and toss gently together.

I added chopped lime flesh and lime zest to the salsa because they create a mouthwatering balance of tangy and sweetness from the fig and honey flavors.

what meat goes well with figs

How to make juicy grilled steak

My go-to method for grilling a perfect steak has just a few steps:

  • Choose a tasty fat-streaked steak cut that isn’t too lean for the best flavor. My top picks are boneless skirt steak, flank steak or strip steak.
  • Bring the steak to room temperature before cooking. This will allow the steak to cook quicker and evenly throughout.
  • Season generously on both sides with kosher salt and freshly cracked pepper.
  • Preheat your grill (gas or charcoal) until the grates are hot and you can only hold your hand over them for about 2 seconds.
  • Cook the steak directly over the heat about 4-5 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of your steak.
  • For medium-rare, the internal temperature should register about 125 degrees on an instant read thermometer.
  • Allow the steak to rest (10-15 minutes) before slicing and serving.

what meat goes well with figs

PERFECT STEW Recipe from my FIRST BOOK: Meat Stew with Figs! Sister of Beef Bourguignon and Tajin!

FAQ

What are figs good to eat with?

Aside from being eaten as a tasty snack, dried figs can be incorporated in stews and taste great with hearty meats such as duck and lamb. They can easily be incorporated into a salad, like this simple Fig & Goat Cheese Salad. They taste especially great with a balsamic vinaigrette.

What are complementary flavors to figs?

Flavors to partner with figs include nuts, vinegars including balsamic and sherry vinegars, honey, cured meats like prosciutto and ham, warm spices including cinnamon and cardamom, herbs like rosemary and thyme, and dairy, especially cheese. Because they are so high in sugar, fresh figs caramelize easily when roasted.

What cheese pairs best with figs?

1. Blue Cheese. The contrast in flavor between the pungent, stinky cheese and the delicate sweetness of the figs is what makes these two so perfect together. Stuff the cheese inside the figs or enjoy a sliced fig and blue cheese crostini.

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