Savory Galette With Figs And Prosciutto
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Additional Time
30 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
707 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
Greek, International
Savory Galette With Figs And Prosciutto
Description
The Savory Galette With Figs And Prosciutto starts with a flaky walnut crust made by pulsing cold butter, walnuts, flour, and sugar in a food processor, then adding ice-cold water to bring the dough together. After chilling, the dough is rolled to a 14-inch round and prepared for its filling. Honey is brushed inside a guide circle, then sour mizithra cheese is spread, followed by fan-arranged fresh figs. Once baked, it’s topped with prosciutto, additional walnuts, chopped basil, and drizzled honey for a layered flavor combining nuttiness, sweetness, and savory elements.
The crust has a tender and crumbly texture imparted by the butter and walnuts, contrasting with the soft, slightly tangy mizithra and juicy figs. The technique of rolling and folding ensures a rustic yet structured galette. Baking at a high temperature allows the crust to become crisp without drying the filling.
This galette can be served as a starter or light main dish, pairing well with fresh greens or a simple salad. It showcases fresh seasonal figs combined with savory and sweet ingredients, making it suitable for brunch, lunch, or casual dinner.
The dough freezes well wrapped in plastic and foil for up to a month, allowing for advance preparation. If mizithra cheese is unavailable, a soft goat cheese or a feta-ricotta blend can be used as a substitute.
Ingredients
For the walnut crust
- 2 ticks butter cold, cut into small pieces, salted
- ½ cup walnuts
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2½ cups pastry flour or all-purpose flour, heritage
- ½ cup water ice
For the filling
- 2 tbsp honey divided
- 13 oz mizithra cheese or soft goat cheese, sour
- 12 figs or more, depending on the size. I like brown or missionc figs, fresh
For serving
- ⅓ lb prosciutto
- ⅓ cup walnuts
- ½ cup basil coarsely chopped, fresh leaves
- 1 tbsp honey for drizzling
For the egg wash
- 1 egg beaten with a tablespoon of water
Instructions
- Pulse the walnuts in the food processor until they are coarsely ground.
- Add the flour and 1 tsp sugar to the food processor. Add the cold butter and pulse to combine, until the mixture resembles a coarse meal with some small clumps.
- Keep the motor running and gradually add ½ cup ice water and process until the dough comes together. Don't overdo it.
- Transfer the dough to your work surface, form it into a ball, then flatten it into a disk. Wrap it in cling wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Place the dough on a large piece of parchment paper. Add another piece of parchment on top and roll out the dough to a 14″ round.
- Take a dinner plate and place it upside down in the middle of the rolled-out dough. It will leave a trace. That is your guide for the filling. Add one tablespoon of honey all over that area.
- Slice the figs.
- Sprinkle the mizithra cheese on the dough, then lay the figs in a fan shape all over that circle. You can overlap them as you go. Add a tablespoon of honey all over figs.
- Gently fold the edges of dough over filling, tucking, and overlapping slightly as needed.Brush galette crust with the egg wash. Bake for 25 minutes.
- When the galette is out of the oven drizzle it with honey and add pieces of proscuitto and scatter some basil leaves all over the top and serve.
Notes
- The dough freezes well, wrapped tightly, for up to one month to prepare ahead.
- If soft mizithra cheese isn’t available, substitute with soft goat cheese or a mix of feta and ricotta.
- This galette works well for brunch, lunch, or light dinners served alongside fresh salad greens.
- Use fresh mission or brown figs for best flavor and texture in the filling.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 707 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 707kcal | 35% |
| Carbohydrates | 53g | 18% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 49g | 75% |
| Saturated Fat | 25g | 125% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8g | 47% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 499mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 334mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 1377IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 120mg | 12% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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