I don’t create recipes the same way I post them. I think in arrows and chicken scratch and abbreviations. I have to make sure I write down oven temps and final cooking times and recipe titles or I’d end up with a pile of papers containing a list of ingredients and little else.
But some things just don’t need proper recipes or quantities or detailed instructions. A quick photo, a few simple ingredients and maybe a note or two will suffice.
As I regularly post dishes on Facebook via Instagram with a description of what went into the soup/salad/sandwich/etc, I figured that I may as well take it one step further and post here too.
And so with that I’ve decided to share an occasional Almost Recipe with you.
A list of ingredients, most likely without measurements. A few photos, possibly taken on my phone. A brief explanation, at times in the form of a rambling fairy-dance story. It’s like a pick and mix really – all colour and plastic scoops and paper bags and occasional sharing. Leave your pennies at the counter on the way out.
Without any further ado a quick snack inspired by a container of sweet figs and a package of salty fetta, because that’s how I roll.
Fig, Fetta, Tahini & Thyme
This combination pushes all my buttons – sweet, salty, soft and crunchy. I enjoyed it as an afternoon snack but it will do just fine any time of day.
INGREDIENTS:
- tahini
- fresh figs
- greek fetta
- picked thyme leaves
- brown rice cake, but you can use any other base including bread – or even salad leaves
- honey, optional
METHOD:
Spread base with tahini. You could make this without it but why would you?
Cut figs into 6 or 8 wedges – you can quickly caramelize them in a hot pan with a bit of coconut oil, but it’s not necessary.
Layer figs, fetta and thyme on base.
Drizzle top with honey if using.
gluten free // nut free // refined sugar free // vegetarian // soy free
This topping would make a wonderful crostini!
Looks yummy, JJ!
And you’re right! I would see this for brunch, and also as an entrée, yum!
Although I think i would make this as a canapé but on a smaller rice cake (for fear or cracking and falling everywhere but mainly just because i love canapés. 🙂
I am so glad you posted this. I loved seeing it on instagram but it is not the same as seeing it on the big screen. I love this almost recipe, it would make such a satisfying lunch 🙂
Great idea JJ! I do that too, throwing together things that aren’t really a recipe. You might just start a trend.
So exactly who is complaining? And not following?
Figs are in season at the moment and I always have those rice crackers in the cupboard and there’s an enormous jar of tahini in the fridge so I really ought to give this a try xx
Hi, just wanted to say, I enjoyed this post.
It was practical. Keep on posting!