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Grilled Jersey Milk Cheese with Fig Jam and Pistachios
A simple yet elegant appetizer featuring the rich, creamy flavor of grilled Jersey milk cheese, complemented by the sweetness of fig jam and the crunch of pistachios.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Total Time
25 minutes
Calories
385
Level
Easy
Yields
4 servings
Cost
£1.64
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Ingredients
Servings
4
8ozJersey Milk Cheese (Halloumi or Paneer)(Cut into ½-inch thick slices)
£3.50
4tablespoonsFig Jam(High-quality fig jam)
£1.20
2tablespoonsPistachios(Roughly chopped)
£0.80
4sprigsFresh Thyme Sprigs(For garnish)
£0.60
1tablespoonOlive Oil(For brushing)
£0.15
2teaspoonsBalsamic Glaze(Optional, for drizzling)
£0.30
Total Cost
£6.55
£1.64 per serving
The Method
- 1
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- 2
Brush the Jersey milk cheese slices lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- 3
Grill the cheese for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and slightly softened.
- 4
Remove the cheese from the grill and place it on a serving platter.
- 5
Spoon a dollop of fig jam onto each slice of grilled cheese.
- 6
Sprinkle the chopped pistachios over the fig jam.
- 7
Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs.
- 8
Drizzle with balsamic glaze (optional) before serving.
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My Notes
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Nutrition Information
Nutrition per serving (85g)
385 kcal / 1611 kJ
Carbs
17g
7% of RDA
Fat
25g
36% of RDA
Protein
23g
46% of RDA
Detailed Breakdown
Fibre
1 g
3% of RDA
Sugar
15 g
17% of RDA
Sodium
475 mg
21% of RDA
Saturated Fat
15 g
75% of RDA
Chef's Tips
Ensure the grill is hot enough to get good grill marks without burning the cheese.
If using Paneer, which is less salty, you can sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on the cheese before grilling.
Serve immediately while the cheese is warm and the fig jam is slightly melted.
Experiment with other toppings like honey, toasted walnuts, or dried cranberries.
Cooking Equipment
Grill or Grill Pan
Small Bowl
Wine Pairings
No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.
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