Fig jam: how to make a delicious winter treat
Healthy fig jam
Figs are a truly autumnal fruit, which contains a lot of useful and nutritious substances, and also has antibacterial and antifungal properties. You can eat it raw, add it to pies, make wine, add it to bruschetta, and even make jam from it.
The FoodOboz editorial team shares with you a recipe for a fragrant and delicious fig jam that will become your favorite.
How to choose figs for jam:
- the fruits should not be green, but as ripe and whole as possible
- be sure to cut off the tails before cooking
- cook fig jam over moderate heat and be sure to remove the peel, it accumulates harmful substances
- add a little lemon juice – this will give it a delicate flavor
Recipe for honey fig jam
Ingredients:
- figs - 1 kg
- water - 400 ml
- sugar - 800 g
- lemon - 1/2 pc.
Method of preparation:
- Choose fruits of the same size, wash them well under running water, and be sure to peel them.
- Put them in a large bowl, cover it with sugar, and leave them overnight.
- Syrup: add the remaining sugar and water, and mix well.
- Pour this syrup over the figs and cook over moderate heat, chop the lemon and add it to the jam.
- Cook the jam until it becomes honeyed, making sure to remove the foam.
- Prepare the jars in advance, pour the hot jam, and preserve it immediately, be sure to turn the jars upside down.
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