CARAMELIZED FIGS

12 figs, 15 minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 12 figs, washed, cut in half, stems removed

• 2 tbsp ghee

• 1 1/2 tbsp coconut sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder or freshly ground cardamom

• Salt to taste

• Fresh basil or mint, finely chopped

• Drizzle of honey or maple syrup

• Homemade granola or toasted nuts (for topping, optional)

Serving Suggestions (optional)

• Drizzle of balsamic vinegar

• Serve on top of yogurt, with the yogurt preferably thinned out with water

• Serve with fresh paneer, ricotta, or burrata cheese

DIRECTIONS

1. Mix the coconut sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon/ cardamom powder, and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.

2. Heat ghee in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the coconut sugar mixture and heat for 30 seconds - 1 minute. Add the figs to the pan cut side down and heat for 3-5 minutes each side.

3. Transfer the figs to a serving plate. Top with a drizzle of maple syrup or honey, fresh herbs, and granola or nuts for a satisfying crunch. Enjoy!

Recipe adapted from whatgreatgrandmaate.com

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Notes

• I am not a huge fan of figs, but this recipe may convert me.

• Figs are an ojas-giving (vitality) fruit that are highly nourishing. Balancing to the mind and body for vatas & pittas. Fun fact: It is said that the Buddha found enlightenment under a fig tree.

• I listed the nuts/ granola as optional, but I think they are needed in this dish for texture. It is nice to pair something soft and goo-ey with something crunchy.

• Figs go great with cheese, yogurt, and even a drizzle of balsamic vinegar - that sour taste really makes them shine.

• This recipe isn't great for kaphas due to its heavy, moist qualities, BUT if you are a kapha and want to try this out in moderation, use less ghee, more granola, and more fresh herbs/ spices.