This skewer recipe utilizes the well loved pairing of scallops and black pudding, with the less common fresh fig, instead of the usual apple sauce, and I have to say it’s a bit of a winner. Figs are wonderful and in season at this time of year.
Simply skewer alternately plump scallops, quarters of fresh fig, and cubes of black pudding, crisp up over a hot BBQ grill for a few minutes each side, until the scallops are browned on the outside but still slightly undercooked through, (how I like them best) and the fig and black pudding crisp on the outside.
Season with a little coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice.
I served mine with a crisp salad and a piece of olive oil drizzled bruschetta. The flavours worked perfectly together, sweet plump scallops, crispy black pudding and juicy sweet caramelised fig.