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Roasted Green Fig Salad

Cultural Context

Roasted Green Fig Salad is a vibrant dish that showcases the unique flavor of green figs, often found in Jamaican cuisine. Traditionally, figs are used in various dishes, but roasting them brings out their sweetness and enhances their texture. This salad is a refreshing accompaniment to summer meals and is often enjoyed at gatherings and family celebrations. In modern times, this dish has gained popularity beyond Jamaica, with variations appearing in health-conscious menus around the world.

JamaicanJMside
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups green figs
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon paprika
1 cup fresh celery

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a cost-effective alternative with a neutral flavor.

1

Boil water in a pot.

2

Add green figs with skin into the boiling water.

3

Boil the figs for about 5-10 minutes until a knife goes through easily.

4

Peel the boiled figs.

5

Cut the figs into bite-sized pieces.

6

Mix the figs with olive oil or coconut oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic.

7

Spread the fig mixture evenly onto a baking sheet.

8

Roast in the oven at 400°F for 5-8 minutes until edges are brown.

9

Prepare the salad base by mixing mayonnaise, white sugar, and paprika in a bowl.

10

Add the roasted figs to the salad base.

11

Chop fresh celery and add to the salad mixture.

12

Mix everything together and taste for seasoning.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

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Also Known As

Fig SaladGreen Fig Salad

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