Description
A luscious Mediterranean-inspired fig jam made with ripe figs, citrus zest, and minimal sugar. This easy homemade preserve offers a sweet-tangy balance, perfect for toast, cheese boards, or desserts.
Ingredients
8 ripe figs (fresh or thawed frozen)
1 tbsp citrus zest (lemon or orange)
1 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
1/4 cup water
1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Wash and halve the figs, removing stems
Place in a large saucepan with sugar, citrus zest, and water
Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat
Stir occasionally for 15–20 minutes until figs soften
Mash figs with a potato masher or fork
Cook 10–15 minutes more until thickened
Add vanilla (if using), stir, and let cool
Transfer to sterilized jars and seal
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks
Notes
Use slightly underripe figs for increased acidity and better texture
Simmer gently to avoid scorching
Adjust sugar based on fig ripeness
Lower-sugar option available
Seal jars properly for longer storage
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp (14g)
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Protein: 0.6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg