Ingredients for 4 portions
Instructions
Father's Day is a special day to show dad how much he means to us. And what better way to do that than by preparing a delicious treat together? With this special recipe for wholemeal and dried fig muffins, we're sure you'll surprise him.
All you need are a few simple ingredients, a little family bonding time and you'll have the perfect recipe for a memorable Father's Day. Let's bake!
It all starts with a few ingredients. You'll need:
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup dried figs El Pajarero, finely diced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda,
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder,
- 1/2 teaspoon salt,
- 1/2 cup milk,
- 1 egg and
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil.
After gathering these ingredients, your family can join in the fun!
Kids will have fun measuring each ingredient while mum, or the older ones in the house, crack the egg into the bowl. Teenagers can learn how to use a mixer to blend all the ingredients into a smooth batter.
And don't forget our secret ingredient: dried figs! Cut them into small cubes and add them to the dough to give it an extra touch of sweetness that everyone will love.
Now let's go through the step-by-step:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C.
- In a large bowl, mix together the wholemeal flour, brown sugar, bicarbonate of soda, baking powder and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the milk, egg and vegetable oil.
- Add the liquid mixture to the dry mixture and mix until combined.
- Add the dried figs to the batter mixture and mix well.
- Spoon the mixture into muffin shells and fill them 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a fork inserted into the centre of a muffin comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool before serving.
A couple of tips
The brown sugar is optional, as you will add the sweetness with the dried figs, and even more if you add jam :)
Make sure you leave enough room in each muffin tin for the muffins to rise well during baking. Put them in the oven and wait for them to brown (about 20 minutes). Now comes the hard part: let them cool before eating them!
If you wish, you can accompany them with jams, in our blog we have left you the recipe for homemade fig jam, which will combine very well with these delicious muffins.
It will be an experience that none of you will forget. So take advantage of this great opportunity to bond while you all together prepare these special treats for a nice snack, or why not, to surprise him during breakfast.
There is nothing more satisfying than preparing something together with so much love!
Happy Father's Day and enjoy!
If you are looking for a delicious drink that you can make at home and that is perfect for after dinner or to enjoy with dessert, homemade dried fig liqueur will become your favourite.
This sweet and full-bodied drink will please everyone, and when you have guests, you can even show it off, because you'll have made it yourself ;)
And the best thing is that it only takes 5 ingredients and is surprisingly easy to make. Here's what you need and how to make it. Let's get started!
Ingredients
- 750gr dried figs El Pajarero
- 1 litre of neutral Vodka
- 300gr sugar
- 150gr water
- 1 vanilla pod
Preparation
- How to prepare the perfect fig liqueur
- First things first: start by cleaning the dried figs El Pajarero.
- Put them in a container large enough to fit comfortably - at least 1.5 litres should be enough - and add the litre of vodka.
- Now it's time to make a syrup with the sugar and water. While there are many ways to prepare it, and you can do it however you like, the important thing is to get a full-bodied syrup.
- Once you have it, when it is lukewarm, pour it into the bowl with the figs and vodka.
- Close the lid tightly and stir vigorously.
- Find a cool, dry, dark place to keep it for a month - be sure to stir it once a day during that time!
- Once the month is up, you can filter out any sediment left in the liquor with a fine sieve. Or just leave a little sediment if you want an even more intense flavour.
As the days go by, the flavour will become more concentrated and you will notice that every time you open the container, an amazing aroma will be released, filling your room with that sweet, fruity fragrance.
Once filtered, store your homemade liqueur in pretty bottles and enjoy it whenever you feel like it.
Making homemade fig liqueur is as simple as it is rewarding! You see, all you need are quality dried figs from El Pajarero, water and three other ingredients. Perhaps the hardest part of all will be cultivating patience for a month. The good news is that it's so delicious, it's worth the wait.
Try making this recipe today to enjoy this delicious delicacy of the gods as soon as possible.
Christmas is the perfect time to get together with the family and share warm moments around a table full of delicious homemade dishes.
Today, we bring you a delicious proposal: a fresh and dried fruit and nuts doughnut pastry.
If you are enthusiastic about this traditional pastry dish but don't know where to start, don't worry, our step-by-step guide will show you how to prepare it.
Read on to find out what ingredients and utensils you need so that everyone in your family can enjoy this tasty experience.
Shall we get to work? Here's what you'll need:
Ingredients
- 160 g wholemeal flour.
- 170 g butter at room temperature.
- 150 g dried figs.
- 75 grams of peeled pecans.
- 2 golden apples (yellow).
- 8 g baking powder.
- 3 eggs.
- 180 g icing sugar.
- 2 tablespoons of liquid vanilla.
- 200 ml water.
- 2 tablespoons of rum (optional).
Preparation
- Remove the stalk from the El Pajarero dried figs.
- Bring the water to the boil in a medium saucepan, remove from the heat and add the two tablespoons of liquid vanilla and the two tablespoons of rum if you have chosen to use it. Although it is optional, it gives it a more intense touch...
- Once the figs are ready, and you have removed the pan from the heat, place the dried figs in the liquid for 30 minutes. While they absorb the vanilla flavour, they also increase in size.
- While waiting, beat the butter at room temperature in a bowl together with 170 grams of icing sugar (10 grams will be reserved for the end). You will be able to see how a cream forms.
- Turn the oven on at 180º with heat from above and below.
- Add the 3 eggs to the butter cream and beat until smooth.
- Sieve the flour together with the yeast and add it to the butter and egg cream, beating constantly until you obtain a lump-free dough.
- Drain the figs and chop them together with the walnuts. As our figs are small, you won't need to cut them into many pieces, it's better if the pieces are medium-sized.
- Peel the apples and cut into small cubes.
- Add the El Pajarero dried figs, walnuts and Golden apples to the dough and mix well.
- Grease the mould with butter and sprinkle it with a little flour.
- Cover the mould with the doughnut mixture and bake in the oven for approximately 30-40 minutes. However, this depends on the oven.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and leave to cool on a wire rack.
- Afterwards, remove from the mould and sprinkle with a little icing sugar.
Now that you know how to make this delicious rosca, invite your friends and family over and enjoy it together. It's the perfect occasion to reminisce about old times and create new memories that will last a lifetime.
We guarantee you'll enjoy it so much that you'll probably make it a family Christmas tradition :)
Happy Holidays!
There's nothing like a freshly made crepe, fresh out of the pan, still steaming and with the aroma of vanilla essence wafting through the kitchen :)
Making crepes is easy and quick. They are also delicious. The versatility of combination, both sweet and savoury, is another great benefit.
The advantage of making them at home is that you can make them entirely to your own taste: thinner, thicker, smaller or larger, adding extra ingredients such as flavourings, vanilla essence, lemon zest or seasonings such as pepper or oregano, if you prefer them savoury: the sky's the limit...
Ingredients for 8 units
- 110 g pastry flour
- 240 ml milk
- 2 large eggs (better if they are L)
- 15 ml Sugar (optional)
- 2g Salt
- Lemon zest to taste Vanilla flavouring to taste Butter or cooking oil
- For the filling: homemade dried fig jam to taste
Some tips you should know before preparing them
This recipe will make about 8 crepes. Depending on your sweet tooth, multiply the ingredients by the amount you want to make :)
To help you get started, we have included our favourite recipe for homemade fig jam to accompany your crepes. Here you can follow the instructions on how to make it. But before we get to that, let's go over a few things you need to know about the ingredients.
An important recommendation: sieve the flour, the preparation is much finer and without lumps.
If you are lactose intolerant or simply prefer a vegetable milk, soy milk does not usually interfere so much with the taste of the crepe itself. Oat milk "zero" (the one without sugar) is also very mild. Another thing you can do is to use half milk and half water.
As for the preparation, you can use the traditional whisk or an electric mixer. Whatever is most convenient for you.
If you want all the crepes to be the same size and thickness, use a ladle. If you are not that fussy, you can use the same glass that you whipped the batter in.
Preparation for the crepe batter
Add the eggs to the mixing bowl and then add the milk (or half water and half milk), add the salt, the sugar (remember that this is optional), the lemon zest and the vanilla essence. Beat all the ingredients well.
When you see that the mixture has a uniform consistency, add the sifted flour.
Beat again vigorously until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
Once you have a semi-thick batter, cover it and let it rest in the fridge for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
After that time, grease a non-stick frying pan with melted butter or neutral oil. If you overdo it, remove the excess with kitchen paper. Oil spray is usually very good.
Heat the frying pan until it is hot. Then pour a portion of the batter into the centre of the frying pan and with the other hand, move it gently so that the batter spreads over the entire surface.
Lower the temperature a little and let it cook for a couple of minutes.
When you see that the edges are golden brown and start to pull away from the pan, you can carefully turn it over with a thin spatula.
Leave for another minute until golden brown.
Place them in a dish or container that allows you to cover them with a clean cloth. It is important to keep them warm and moist so that they do not dry out.
Once you have finished preparing them all, let them rest for a few minutes and then serve them with a delicious fig jam, or whatever you like best :)
Crepes are delicious and versatile and can be made quickly and easily at home. Whether you like them sweet or savoury, the combination possibilities are endless. Once you get the hang of it, experiment with different flavours and seasonings to create your own version.
Enjoy them with homemade fig jam. Here is the recipe.
With only three ingredients, this recipe of El Pajarero dried figs filled with walnuts and covered with dark chocolate will delight you. It's easy to prepare and a great snack for kids and adults.
Plus, the combination of the three ingredients is a great source of nutrients and antioxidants.
If you have children, ask them to help you; they will love to prepare this recipe with you. In that case, don't forget to increase the ingredients :)
What does each ingredient give us?
We know, it's hard to believe that something so delicious can also be so good for you, but it's true! These chocolates are made with three superfoods: walnuts, dried figs and chocolate. Not only will they delight your taste buds, but they will also give your body a much-needed boost. Let's take a closer look at these three ingredients and what makes them so special.
Dried figs
Dried figs are one of the best sources of fiber. In fact, a single fig contains more than 4 grams of fiber, which is 16% of the recommended daily intake. Fiber is important for maintaining regularity and promoting intestinal health. In addition, dried figs are a good source of calcium, iron and potassium.
Nuts
These are an excellent source of protein, fiber and healthy fats. They are also loaded with vitamins and minerals such as vitamin E, magnesium and potassium. Studies have shown that eating nuts regularly can help lower cholesterol levels, reduce inflammation and improve blood sugar control. Not to mention they're a great source of energy, perfect for when you need a quick snack to get you through the afternoon slump.
Chocolate
We all know chocolate is delicious, but did you know it's also packed with antioxidants? Antioxidants help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals, unstable molecules that can cause cell death. Dark chocolate, in particular, has been shown to improve heart health by reducing blood pressure and bad cholesterol levels.
Ingredients for 10 chocolates
10 El Pajarero dried figs
5 walnuts
100 grams of dark chocolate
Preparation
You will see how simple it is
1) Choose 10 El Pajarero dried figs that are not too small. And better if they can stand on their own on a plate.
2) Cut the nuts into small pieces, the size depends on the figs you have chosen. Remember that each fig has a small piece of walnut inside.
3) Make a small cut in each fig, deep enough to fit the small piece of walnut that you have previously cut.
4) Once you have filled each fig with its nut, put them aside.
5) Melt the chocolate in a bain-marie (see below how we do it).
6) Once ready, take the fig from the top (if it has a stalk, the better) and dip it in the melted chocolate. Place it on a plate or tray and let it cool.
You just have to enjoy them as you like! For example with a blanket, a movie and a sofa is a great plan!
Suggestions for choosing the ingredients
As for the dried figs, the ideal ones are the ones from El Pajarero, as their sweetness, texture and sweetness are special for this recipe. They complement perfectly with the walnuts and the dark chocolate.
As for the walnuts, we have chosen those of Castilla, but you can also use California or Pecan nuts. With any of them they are also delicious.
The walnuts come from the European walnut tree and autumn is the best season to consume them.
Macadamia nuts are not recommended, because they are harder than the others, and since we have to cut the nuts, it is not as practical as with the other varieties.
Now it's time for the chocolate :) We use a 70% dark chocolate for baking because it is much easier to melt. We chose one of sustainable cultivation and gluten free, but according to the possibilities of each one, if you already have one of reference, it will surely suit you well too.
The recipe has no complexity, the only thing that may take a little more time is to melt the chocolate. We suggest that you chop it up and place it in a bowl or bowl. Then put cold water in a pot in which the bowl fits comfortably, place it over low heat avoiding the water to boil and stir it with a wooden spoon.
It is true that you can also melt it in the microwave, but on the stove, you have more control....
As you can see, these chocolates are not only delicious, but also nutritious. So the next time you're looking for a sweet treat that will also give your body a boost, grab a handful of these chocolates instead of nutrient-empty tidbits. Your body - and your taste buds - will thank you :)
Start your day with a delicious, nutritious and easy to prepare breakfast. These pear and dried fig pancakes will give you the energy you need to get through the morning. They're loaded with fibre, protein and antioxidants, making them the perfect way to start your day. Best of all, they're delicious. So try them today and let us know.
Without further ado, let's get cooking!
Ingredients
5 El Pajarero dried figs
3 tablespoons of oats (30 g)
2 eggs
2 medium pears
Toppings (optional) Here are some suggestions at the end of the recipe
Preparation
First wash and cut the peeled pears into small cubes and the El Pajarero dried figs into small pieces.
Then mix the oat flakes with the eggs. We will obtain a semi-liquid preparation.
Next, add the figs and pears to the previous mixture.
Heat a non-stick frying pan and add a very small amount of oil or butter (just enough so that they do not stick together). Then with a large spoon, add two or three tablespoons of the preparation, the amount depends on the size of the pancake you prefer and also on the size of your frying pan.
Cook over medium heat for a couple of minutes. When they turn lightly golden brown, you can flip them over. They cook quite quickly.
They are delicious on their own, but you can add toppings if you prefer. We have tried them with walnuts and one of these:
Dulce de leche
Grated bitter chocolate
Cream (or whipped cream)
A scoop of vanilla ice cream
If you add a different topping to the ones we have suggested, let us know. We are always looking for new combinations :)
Ready to try these delicious El Pajarero pear and dried fig "pancakes"? We're sure you're going to love them!
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If you're looking for a recipe of Oporto chicken with dried figs, you may find many recipes, especially in books (or blogs) relating to French cuisine. Dried figs, due to their versatility, are very popular in European countries, that’s why people use them often.
Still, we have prepared this recipe to make it as easy as possible step by step. It’s likely that this will be the easiest chicken Oporto with dried figs recipe you’ll find on the internet.
Now without further ado, let’s reveal our special recipe. We hope you'll be surprised by this amazing combination of flavors. It’s pretty easy to make. Let 's go!
Ingredients for four servings
- 4 hind quarters of free-range chicken
- 200 grams of dried figs El Pajarero
- 200 ml of water or broth
- 200 ml Oporto wine
- 50 ml apple vinegar
- Rosemary, salt and black pepper
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 300g of fine peas for garnish
Preparation
Marinate the figs in the port and vinegar at least one hour in advance.
Once marinated, drain the figs and put them apart. Keep the juice from the marinade.
Meanwhile, add two tablespoons of olive oil in a frying pan covering the entire base. While it's heating, season the chicken with salt, black pepper and rosemary. Brown the chicken on both sides.
While the hindquarters are browning, take the liquid left over from the marinade, mix it with water, cook it and reduce it until you get a dense sauce.
Finally mix it with the figs.
As the figs El Pajarero (variety calabacita) are small in size, we introduce them whole in the reduced sauce and put them aside for a few minutes. We left the stalks, but if you prefer, you can remove them before soaking them in Oporto.
Now it is time to serve. On a bed of sauce, place a portion of chicken and some figs on top. You can add a few drops of sauce if you like.
Leave room for the fine peas, which should be steamed with a pinch of salt. And if you prefer, drizzle them with a few drops of olive oil.
As a suggestion, serve it with a mixed seasonal vegetables salad. It combines perfectly with the sweet and sour flavor of the chicken with dried figs in Oporto.
If you've worked up an appetite, come on, let's get cooking!
Most people think that dried figs, in gastronomy, are only used for baking. When you prepare this delicious salad, you will see why they are so delicious in all kinds of recipes. To make this easy and nutritious dish, you will need few ingredients and little preparation time. Don't miss it because it's delicious.
You will only need dried figs, cured Iberian ham, corn, lettuce varieties and Parmesan cheese (or another cheese of your choice).
You can already find El Pajarero dried figs in several supermarkets, take advantage of them in this delicious fresh salad combining them with seasonal products. Dried figs, because of their sweetness, are perfect to combine with the other ingredients. The contrasting flavor is perfect. And the sum of them allows to create a delicate texture. Here is the recipe. Take note, you will love the outcome.
Ingredients
15 dried figs El Pajarero
50 gr of Parmesan cheese
Variety of lettuce or lamb's lettuce
Corn to taste
Olive oil to taste
50 gr of Iberian ham
Black pepper
Salt
Preparation
Remove the sticks from the dried figs and cut them in half. Set aside. Wash the lettuce (or lamb's lettuce), drain well and once dry, distribute them in a large bowl or plate. It will be the base of the salad.
Next, cut the Iberian ham into slices of medium thickness and then chop it with a knife or your fingers. Remember that a freshly sliced ham will always have more flavor than a packaged one. Place it on top of the lettuce or lamb's lettuce.
Continue with the rest of the ingredients. On top of the lettuce and ham, scatter the corn, the amount you prefer. Then cut the Parmesan cheese into small, thin pieces and place it on top of the lettuce, ham and corn, so that it blends with the rest of the ingredients.
Finally, we will crown the salad with the El Pajarero dried figs already cut in halves.
Season with salt, a pinch of black pepper and a drizzle of olive oil to your liking. However, we recommend that you do not season too much, because all the ingredients, by themselves, have an intense flavor.
In a few minutes, you will have a luxury salad ready to eat, you just need to taste it! Give yourself a little treat.
If you're a sandwich person, you're going to love this one, especially because it's quick, easy and delicious.
For one of those days when you don't feel like cooking, this dried fig and roast chicken sandwich (you can use leftover chicken) will come in handy.
To prepare it we will need a small amount of shredded chicken meat, a few slices of dried figs, fresh herbs, nuts, creamy cream cheese spread, a barely roasted eggplant, nuts and a good loaf of bread.
Ingredients
The quantities listed below are adequate for a medium/large sandwich. We give you this information so that you can get the ingredients for the quantity of sandwiches you need.
100 g roasted chicken
3 tablespoons spreadable cream cheese
3 tablespoons red onion
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 fresh mint leaves
4 dried figs variety El Pajarero
1 eggplant, sliced and lightly roasted
A spoonful of ground peanuts or walnuts, not too small
If you like it spicy, add fresh or dried chili to taste
Salt
Preparation
First, shred the chicken with the help of a fork. Season to taste with salt, pepper and if you want to give it a spicy touch, sprinkle in some chili flakes.
Afterwards, wash and cut the eggplant in medium slices, put it on a griddle and after a few minutes turn it over. While the eggplant is grilling, finely chop the onion, then mix it with the fresh cheese spread with the chopped red onion, olive oil and two mint leaves, also chopped.
Toast the bread, then spread the fresh cream cheese and spread on top the shredded chicken, the sliced dried figs, the roasted eggplants with a few drops of olive oil, the chopped nuts, the other two chopped mint leaves and close with the top of the bread.
You will get a delicious vegetable sandwich with dried figs, chicken and vegetables. You'll surely want to make it again!