Fig and Pomegranate Tapenade
- 8 ripe fresh figs, stemmed, halved
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted, coarsely chopped
- 1 tablespoon drained capers
- 2 1/2 teaspoons pomegranate molasses*
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon Sherry wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted, coarsely chopped
- Preheat broiler.
- Line small baking sheet with foil.
- Brush foil with olive oil.
- Lightly brush figs with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil.
- Arrange figs, cut side up, on sheet.
- Broil until figs are lightly browned at edges, about 3 minutes.
- Cool on baking sheet.
- Combine figs, olives, capers, pomegranate molasses, rosemary, and vinegar in processor.
- Using on/off turns, coarsely chop figs and olives.
- With motor running, add remaining 1tablespoon oil.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Transfer to bowl.
- Stir in walnuts.
- Let tapenade stand 2 hours at room temperature to blend flavors.
- (Can be prepared 5 days ahead.
- Cover and refrigerate.
- Bring to room temperature before serving.)
- *A thick pomegranate syrup that's available at Middle Eastern markets and some supermarkets.
fresh figs, olive oil, olives, capers, pomegranate molasses, fresh rosemary, sherry wine vinegar, walnuts
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/fig-and-pomegranate-tapenade-108638 (may not work)