Prepare all ingredients:
Clean the figs under running water and cut them in two.
In a pan, heat the butter until it sizzles.
Add the figs and fry them for a few minutes...
...each side. Slightly season with salt and pepper.
When the figs are cooked,...
...deglaze the pan with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.
Dress the figs as a side vegetables for a meat or fish.