FIG JAM
Fig jam is a perfect way to preserve a surfeit of this seductive fruit. The added touch here, beyond the fruit, sugar and lemon juice, is the small amount of balsamic vinegar, which intensifies the sometimes elusive flavor of the figs. This jam is wonderful stirred into plain yogurt.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories jams, jellies and preserves, side dish
Time 3h30m
Yield About 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss together chopped figs and half the sugar. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Transfer figs and sugar to a small stainless or enameled saucepan. (The pan should not be more than twice the volume of the fruit and sugar mixture.) Over medium heat, bring to a boil, stirring with a heatproof rubber spatula. When mixture comes to a boil, scrape back into bowl and cover with plastic. Let cool, then refrigerate overnight.
- Scrape fig mixture back into the saucepan. Have a skimmer and a bowl of water handy. Place a small plate in the refrigerator. Bring fruit back to a boil over medium heat, stirring. When mixture comes to a boil, stir in remaining sugar, the lemon juice and the balsamic vinegar. Boil, stirring, until mixture is thick but not too concentrated, 10 to 15 minutes. Skim off any foam that rises, dipping the skimmer into the bowl of water to remove the foam.
- To test for doneness, remove plate from refrigerator and place a spoonful of the jam on it. Wait about 20 seconds and tilt the plate. The jam should only run slightly, and slowly. Boil a little longer if it seems too runny, but take care not to cook it until too thick. It needs to be spreadable.
- Transfer to a bowl or a sterilized jar. Cover and let cool, then refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 382, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 99 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 2 milligrams, Sugar 96 grams
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Sagor Sheikh
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my jam didn't set properly. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Jawad Sadiq
[email protected]This jam is way too sweet for my taste. I had to add some lemon juice to balance out the flavor.
Laura Romero
[email protected]I'm not a fan of the texture of this jam. It's a little bit too chunky for my taste.
Joan Jaykpah
[email protected]I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my jam didn't turn out as thick as I expected. It's still delicious, though!
Lady Bugg
[email protected]This jam is a little bit expensive to make, but it's definitely worth the cost. The flavor is amazing!
Supia Aktar
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of figs, but I really enjoyed this jam. It's not too sweet, and it has a nice tart flavor.
Bilaal Ahmad
[email protected]This jam is the perfect gift for any occasion. It's sure to be a hit!
salvador fareed
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of fig jam, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious, I can't get enough of it.
Alexa Roblox
[email protected]This jam is a little bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavor is incredible!
Tamanna Bhuiya
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best fig jam I've ever had.
Niaz Jafar
[email protected]I made this jam for a party last weekend, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!
Danielle McDonald
[email protected]This jam is so versatile. I've used it on toast, crackers, and even ice cream. It's delicious every time!
Bala Nasiru muhammad
[email protected]I've been looking for a good fig jam recipe for a while, and this one is definitely a winner. It's easy to make, and it tastes amazing.
MD AM
[email protected]This fig jam is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. It's not too sweet, and it's not too tart. It's just right!
bigyan rai
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses fresh figs. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the jam.
Sapphire GamerGirl
[email protected]This jam is so good, I could eat it straight out of the jar! The flavor is amazing, and it's the perfect addition to my morning toast.
Horlarwunmi Hardewunmi
[email protected]I've never made fig jam before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I didn't have any problems finding the ingredients, and the instructions were very clear. The jam turned out perfectly!
Esther Khunou
[email protected]This fig jam is absolutely delicious! I love the sweet and slightly tart flavor of the figs, and the jam is the perfect consistency. It's not too thick or too runny, and it spreads easily on toast or crackers.