Figs with cinnamon, almonds and walnuts
Recipe
This Figs with Cinnamon, Almonds, and Walnuts recipe involves poaching fresh figs in a flavorful orange juice mixture with cinnamon and star anise. The figs are simmered for 10 minutes, then served with a sprinkle of blanched almonds and chopped walnuts for a delicious, nutty topping. The poaching liquid is reduced slightly to intensify the flavors. This simple, elegant dish makes a perfect light dessert or snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 star anise
- 12 small fresh figs
- ¼ cup blanched almonds
- ¼ cup roughly chopped walnuts
Method
1. Place the orange juice, cinnamon and star anise in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to low and add the figs.
2. Poach the figs for 10 minutes then remove from the heat and allow to cool. Continue to simmer the orange poaching liquid until reduced slightly.
3. To serve, spoon the figs into serving bowls and scatter with almonds and walnuts.
Nutrition infomation:
| Per serve (4) | |
| Energy | 795kj |
| Fat - total | 11g |
| Fat - saturated | 1g |
| Carbohydrates | 15g |
| Protein | 5g |
| Sodium | 8mg |
| Fibre | 5g |
