FIGS WRAPPED IN PANCETTA WITH WATERCRESS SALAD
Ingredients
- 3 fresh figs
- halved
- 6 sliced pancetta
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
- ½ bunch watercress
- leaves only
Directions
- For the figs
- wrap each fig half in a slice of pancetta. Heat a frying pan
- then add the figs and fry over a medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side
- or until the pancetta has turned golden-brown and crisp.
- For the salad
- whisk the balsamic vinegar and olive oil in a bowl and combine. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the watercress and mix gently to coat the leaves.
- To serve
- place the salad into the centre of a serving plate with the figs arranged around the edge
- and drizzle over any remaining dressing.
