BALSAMIC-POACHED FIGS

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Keep a container of these delicious figs on hand and add them to any meal for a super-flavorful boost.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 sprig fresh thyme
1/2 cinnamon stick
1 whole allspice
2 black peppercorns
1 star anise (optional)
8 ounces dried figs, such as Black Mission, halved lengthwise

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, heat sugarand 1/2 cup water until sugar dissolves.Add vinegar, orange juice,thyme, and spices and bring toa boil. Reduce until slightly thickened,about 5 minutes. Transferto a medium heat-proof bowl andadd figs. Let cool completely.

Emmanuel Mwaisaka Ziro
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I'm allergic to figs, so I can't try this recipe. But it looks delicious!


Karen Richards
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This recipe is way too sweet for my taste. I'm going to try it again with less sugar.


Botwe Francis
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my figs turned out tough and chewy. I'm going to try again with a different recipe.


TNTtay tay
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These poached figs are a great way to add a touch of elegance to your next dinner party.


Aisea leone
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I'm always looking for new ways to enjoy figs, and this recipe is a winner! The figs are tender and juicy, and the balsamic reduction is the perfect finishing touch.


krishna Bohora
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious snack. The figs are a good source of fiber and antioxidants, and the balsamic vinegar is a good source of polyphenols.


Ak Love
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I love the combination of sweet and tart in this dish. The figs are perfectly complemented by the balsamic reduction.


Heath Raymond
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These poached figs are the perfect dessert for a summer party. They're light, refreshing, and absolutely delicious.


faizan aleem
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I made these figs for a dinner party and they were a big hit! Everyone raved about them.


Kawanguzi Asuman
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are impressive.


Mohamed Ameen
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I'm not a big fan of figs, but I loved these! The balsamic vinegar really brings out the flavor of the figs.


emmy worku
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These poached figs are a great way to use up summer figs. They're also a beautiful and delicious addition to any cheese plate.


Talhakhan Talha
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I love this recipe! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The figs are always perfectly cooked and the balsamic reduction is divine.


Desmond Darkwa Danso
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The figs are elegant and beautiful, and the balsamic reduction adds a touch of luxury.


Sophia Delatorre
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it! The figs were delicious and the balsamic reduction was the perfect finishing touch.


Stacey Basa
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These figs are amazing! I've never had anything like them before. The balsamic vinegar gives them a wonderful depth of flavor.


STAR GAMING
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The figs turned out beautifully! I used a variety of colors and they looked so pretty on the plate. The balsamic reduction was a bit too sweet for my taste, so I added a squeeze of lemon juice to balance it out.


Kaleigh Brinkley
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are stunning. The figs are so elegant and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


rojoni love
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I made these figs for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I'm definitely going to make them again.


Kelly Layne
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Absolutely divine! The figs were plump and juicy, and the balsamic reduction was the perfect complement. I served them with a dollop of mascarpone cheese and a scattering of toasted walnuts. Heaven on a plate!