Pecan Mango Bacon Delight
What Started it all:
Pecan, mango, honey, ginger, pink peppercorn, nutmeg, clove, cardamom, anise seed, lemon balm, lavender, cocoa, bacon, fennel, basil, rosemary
This delightful Italian-inspired dish beautifully marries the sweetness of mango with the savory richness of bacon and the warm spices of ginger, nutmeg, and more. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this recipe is designed to serve three people and will leave your taste buds tingling with joy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon pink peppercorns, crushed
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon clove
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon anise seed, crushed
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon balm, chopped
- 1 tablespoon dried lavender
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 6 strips of bacon, chopped
- 1 bulb fennel, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Bacon: In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
- Sauté the Fennel: In the same skillet, add the sliced fennel and sauté in the bacon fat for about 5 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced mango, honey, grated ginger, crushed pink peppercorns, nutmeg, clove, cardamom, and anise seed. Stir well to coat the mango.
- Add Herbs and Spices: Fold in the chopped lemon balm, dried lavender, and cocoa powder to the mango mixture, ensuring everything is well combined.
- Mix Everything Together: Add the sautéed fennel and crispy bacon to the mango mixture. Toss gently to combine all the flavors.
- Garnish: Serve the mixture warm, garnished with fresh basil and rosemary on top for a fragrant finish.
This Pecan Mango Bacon Delight is a celebration of flavors and textures, where sweet meets savory in the most delightful way. Enjoy this dish with good company, and let the aromatic herbs and spices elevate your dining experience!