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Sugar-Free Fig Preserve

Figs are excellent for cleaning the bowels and body. They are high in phytochemicals and low in sugar. They assist men's fertility. They have small amounts of vitamin C, A, Calcium, Magnesium, and B6 as well as other B vitamins. Despite the small amounts of vitamins they contain, they are a healing food.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert, Lunch, Snack
Keyword: fig preserves, fig preserves with hone, fig preserves with honey,, healthy, nutrition, sugar-free fig preserves,
Servings: 10 cups
Calories: 42kcal
Cost: $9, if fig costs are $5 in season

Equipment

  • 1 Large Pot
  • 1 knife
  • 1 large wooden spoon
  • 1 Tablespoon

Ingredients

  • 1 kilo fresh figs 2.2 lbs
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup honey or 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/8 cup tapioca flour

Instructions

  • Clean, destem, and slice figs into halves or thirds, depending on size.
  • Add them to a large pot with 1/2 cup of water, the honey, sugar, and cinnamon stick.
  • Bring to a simmer over medium heat, covered.
  • Uncover and simmer for 35–50 minutes until slightly reduced. The goal is to have it about 30% closer to the final consistency you desire.
  • The mixture will thicken further with the tapioca flour and again as it cools and liquid evaporates.
  • Dissolve the tapioca flour in a bit of water (2 tablespoons or less), and temper it with the hot liquid before pouring it into the pot.
  • Simmer for 8-12 minutes. It will continue to thicken off the heat.
  • I like to leave it uncovered for at least four hours, or (shhh…) overnight in cool weather outside the fridge, to allow it to thicken further. Then, I chill it immediately.
  • You can also use it right away. If you're using it as a filling, such as for a fig galette, let it cool first.

Notes

Serving Size is Calculated as 1/4 cup.