Fish with Figs Bacon and Pecans
Elevate your dinner table with this mouthwatering recipe for Fish with Figs, Bacon, and Pecans—a savory-sweet masterpiece that combines tender white fish fillets with the bold flavors of crispy bacon, honey-glazed pecans, and caramelized figs. Perfectly pan-seared fish serves as the base for a rich, buttery sauce infused with fresh thyme and a hint of lemon, creating a symphony of flavors that’s both elegant and comforting. This dish offers a delightful texture contrast, from the crunch of toasted pecans to the juicy sweetness of ripe figs, making it a gourmet crowd-pleaser. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a weeknight indulgence or an impressive dinner party centerpiece. Don’t forget to garnish with a squeeze of fresh lemon to tie it all together! Keywords: fish with figs, bacon and pecans recipe, easy seafood dinner, sweet and savory fish, gourmet fish dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces white fish fillets (e.g., cod, haddock, or tilapia)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pieces bacon slices
- 6 pieces ripe figs, halved
- 0.5 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 piece lemon (for serving)
Instructions
Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Place the all-purpose flour on a plate and lightly coat each fish fillet on both sides, shaking off any excess.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the fish fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside on a plate tented with foil to keep warm.
In the same skillet, add the bacon slices and cook over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on paper towels to drain. Once cooled, crumble it into small pieces.
Reduce the heat to low and add the halved figs to the skillet, cut side down. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until softened and caramelized. Remove the figs and set aside.
Add the pecans to the skillet and toast them gently for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the butter, honey, and fresh thyme leaves, allowing the mixture to melt and combine into a fragrant sauce.
Return the cooked fish fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Add the caramelized figs and crumbled bacon to the pan, arranging them around the fish.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to reheat everything and allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the fish fillets on plates, topped with the figs, bacon, and pecans. Spoon some of the sauce over each serving. Garnish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and more thyme if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy this delightful combination of flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1897 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 113.5 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 298 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 983 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.1 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.8 g | ||
| Protein | 105.3 g | 211% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.0 mcg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 265 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2480 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
