This dish is a reminder of a summer vacation in Tuscany for me. I discovered juicy, ripe figs there at a small market, straight from the tree. The combination with creamy buffalo mozzarella and the slightly peppery rocket was a revelation. Since then, I have been trying to recreate this taste experience at home, and this recipe with the Thermomix® comes very close to the original. The quality of the ingredients is crucial. The figs should be ripe but not mushy. Their sweetness contrasts with the salty mozzarella and slightly bitter rocket. The mozzarella should be of good quality, ideally buffalo mozzarella, as it is creamier and more aromatic than mozzarella made from cow's milk. The rocket adds a pleasant sharpness and spice to the dish. The pine nuts provide a nutty crunch and the marinade with thyme and honey perfectly underlines the flavors of the figs. The Thermomix® is a great help here, especially when preparing the pine nut marinade. The pine nuts are chopped quickly and evenly. Be careful not to chop the pine nuts for too long, otherwise they will turn into a paste. The marinade itself is prepared in no time. If you don't have a Thermomix®, you can of course also chop the pine nuts with a knife and stir the marinade in a bowl. When heating the figs in the oven, it is important not to bake them for too long, otherwise they will become too soft. They should only be heated slightly so that the aromas can unfold. The recipe is already perfect for a vegetarian version. If you want to make it vegan, you can replace the mozzarella with a vegan mozzarella alternative. Instead of honey, you can use agave syrup or maple syrup. You can vary the spices. Instead of thyme, rosemary or sage also go well with figs. If you like it a little spicier, you can add a pinch of chili. This dish is ideal as a starter or as a light main course on warm days. A crispy baguette or ciabatta goes well with it. A glass of dry white wine, such as a Sauvignon Blanc or a Pinot Grigio, rounds off the taste experience. You can also refine the dish with roasted walnuts or almonds. The marinated figs and mozzarella are best prepared fresh and served immediately. The rocket can be washed and spun dry separately and mixed with the vinaigrette just before serving so that it does not collapse. The marinade can be prepared well in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Figs with creamy Mozzarella and Rocket

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Ingredients (10 ingredients)

Preparation (8 steps)

Chop pine nuts

Prepare pine nut marinade

Prepare and marinate figs

Heat figs

Add mozzarella

Prepare vinaigrette

Arrange rocket

Serve

Finished cooking? Great! 🎉

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