Pancetta-Wrapped Figs with Aged Balsamico Condimento
- Wedge of Parmigiano-Reggiano, for slicing
- 12 thin slices pancetta (6 to 8 ounces)
- 6 ripe figs, halved lengthwise
- Aged balsamico condimento, for drizzling
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Use a microplane or another fine grater to cut 12 very thin slices from the wedge of Parmigiano-Reggiano.
- Prepare a hot fire in a gas or charcoal grill or preheat a grill pan or heavy-bottomed skillet over high heat.
- Wrap a strip of pancetta tightly around each fig half.
- Place the fig halves flat side down on the grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until the pancetta is golden brown and crispy.
- Place the figs on a platter and drizzle with the balsamico.
- Place one slice of Parmigiano-Reggiano on top of each fig half, grind a few turns of fresh black pepper over each, and serve.
- Nero DAvola (Sicily)
thin, condimento, freshly ground black pepper
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/pancetta-wrapped-figs-with-aged-balsamico-condimento-393595 (may not work)