BRANDIED FIGS
Steps:
- If preserving the figs, sterilize four 1-pint heat-tempered canning jars (see Know-how, page 291).
- Rinse and drain 2 pounds firm ripe fresh figs and trim the stem ends.
- Place 2 cups sugar, 2 cups brandy, 1 cup water, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon whole cloves, a pinch of kosher salt, and the juice of 1 lemon in a large pot over medium heat and bring to a boil. Boil for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to get syrupy.
- Add the figs, reduce the heat to a simmer, and continue to cook for 5 minutes longer.
- For refrigerator figs, pack in airtight containers and refrigerate until ready to serve, or for up to 1 month.
- For preserved figs, pack the hot figs and their syrup in the sterilized jars and seal using the hot-pack method (see Know-how, page 291). Let cool to room temperature, check the seal, and store in a cool, dark place until ready to serve, or for up to 6 months. Refrigerate after opening.
- On the Side
- Brandied figs make a sophisticated topper for everything from vanilla ice cream, to Buttermilk Panna Cotta (page 358), to Granny Foster's Simple Pound Cake (page 314), to Carolina Rice Pudding Brûlée (page 357), to Buttermilk Waffles (page 91).
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[email protected]These were really good! I used dried figs and they turned out great. The brandy sauce was a little too sweet for my taste, but that's just personal preference.
Harrison Obini
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner. The figs are always perfectly cooked and the brandy sauce is divine. I love serving them with vanilla ice cream.
Fiaz Kayani
[email protected]I made these brandied figs for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they look really impressive.
Azan khan Azan
[email protected]These brandied figs were an absolute delight! The combination of sweet, tart, and boozy flavors was perfectly balanced. The figs were plump and juicy, and the brandy sauce was rich and decadent. I served them with a dollop of whipped cream and they w