A Quick Fig Appetizer: Ham and Fig Strudel
Ham and fig strudel is a delightful appetizer that combines savory and sweet flavors in a crispy, flaky package. This elegant dish features thinly sliced Parma or San Daniele ham paired with ripe, luscious figs, all wrapped in golden puff pastry. The addition of grated Parmesan cheese adds a nutty, salty dimension that perfectly complements the other ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 roll of rectangular puff pastry, 230 g (Ensure your puff pastry is thawed if frozen)
- 8 slices of Parma ham or San Daniele ham
- 6 fresh figs
- Grated Parmesan
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F)
- Carefully unroll the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Layer the ham slices evenly across the pastry, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Slice the figs thinly and arrange them over the ham.
- Sprinkle generously with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Fold the longer edges of the puff pastry rectangle inwards. Gently roll the pastry into a single roll and place on a baking sheet lined with baking paper, roll seam side down.
- Brush the top with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Let it cool completely before slicing and serving your delectable ham and fig strudel.