Porky Fig Skewered

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium saucepan, combine figs, wine, 1 sprig thyme, peppercorns and honey.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer gently until softened (8 to 10 minutes).
3. 3
   Transfer the figs to a small bowl and cool.
4. 4
   Reserve the liquid in the pan.
5. 5
   Slice the figs into quarters.
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   Add 1/2 cup vinegar, brown sugar, cinnamon stick and pinch of salt to the liquid.
7. 7
   Simmer until it is thickened and syrupy, 15 to 20 minutes, being careful not to scorch the sauce.
8. 8
   Remove from heat and stir in remaining vinegar, allow to cool slightly.
9. 9
   Pour reduction into squeeze bottle.
10. 10
    Cut the tenderloin crosswise into 1/2-inch thick slices.
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    Flatten each slice into an oval and slice each oval into 2 strips.
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    Season the strips with salt and pepper - there should be about 40 slices.
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    Heat the oven to broil with the rack in the center.
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    Place a fig quarter, cut side down, on a slice of pork.
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    Lift up each end of the pork slice around the fig and place seam-side down on sheet pan.
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    Brush with glaze and broil until cooked (3 minutes).
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    To serve, skewer with a toothpick and brush the rolls with remaining glaze.
18. 18
    Serve warm.
19. 19
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