Learn how to make a sugar-free fig sauce and discover creative ways to enjoy it, on toast, with cheese, in desserts, and more.
Equipment
- 1 Regular pot
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb fresh figs
- 3/4 cup filtered water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 vanilla bean
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 pinch sea salt
Instructions
Prep the Fruit: Clean the figs. I prefer to leave the skins on for the extra fiber and polyphenols.
Place the figs in a pot with the cinnamon, vanilla, lemon juice, and water.
Simmer for about 25 minutes over moderate heat. You will see the fruit soften and the juices thicken into a beautiful, natural syrup.
Remove the spice sticks. For a rustic jam, you can mash them with a fork. For a smooth, elegant compote, use a blender until you reach your desired consistency.
Pack the warm compote into sterilized glass jars. Let it cool before refrigerating. The flavors will continue to meld and deepen over the first 24 hours.
Nutrition
Calories52 kcal
Carbohydrates13 g
Protein1 g
Fat0.2 g
Saturated fat0 g
Sodium5 mg
Potassium160 mg
Fiber2 g
Sugar11 g
Vitamin A98 IU
Vitamin C2 %
Calcium28 %
Iron0.3 mg
