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Fig Jam

Fig Jam

  • 40 min
  • not spicy
  • Serves 4

Prep 10 min · Cook 30 min

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2 steps, each one filmed. A short video for every step, so your hands never have to leave the pan.

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Also known as Jam, Fruit Jam · Veg · Chutneys, Podis & Pickles

Fig jam made by cooking figs down with sugar, then brightening it with lemon juice, vinegar and optional thyme. Makes 4 servings in 40 minutes, video.

Ingredients

6 items

4 people
  • Fig500 grams
  • Sugar250 grams
  • Thyme1 tsp
  • Salt1 tsp
  • Vinegar1 tbsp
  • Lemon Juice1 tbsp

Nutrition

Per 1 person, and for all 4 people. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

NutrientPer 1 personAll 4 people
Energy336kcal1344kcal
Protein1g4g
Carbohydrate87g348g
Fat0.4g1.6g
Fibre3.7g15g
Sugar83g332g

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Method

  1. 1

    In a pan over medium heat add the fig and sugar. Keep mixing it until the sugar fully dissolves. Keep stirring until the fig is cooked throughout and soft.

    FigSugarThymeSalt

  2. 2

    Add the vinegar, lemon juice and mix properly. Optionally add thyme and mix throughout. Finish off with salt and store it in an airtight container.

    VinegarLemon Juice

Before you start

How long does Fig Jam take?
40 minutes from start to finish. That is 10 minutes of preparation and 30 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Fig Jam serve?
4. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Fig Jam vegetarian?
Yes. No meat, no fish and no egg.
Is Fig Jam spicy?
No, it is not spicy.
What do I need to make Fig Jam?
500 grams Fig, 250 grams Sugar, 1 tbsp Lemon Juice, 1 tbsp Vinegar, 1 tsp Thyme, 1 tsp Salt, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Fig Jam?
No, it is cooked in an open pot.
How many calories are in Fig Jam?
About 336 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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