Fig Pickles

Transform your fresh fig harvest into a delightful, tangy-sweet treat with this Fig Pickles recipe! Combining tender, whole figs with the warm spices of cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and fresh ginger, these homemade pickles are steeped in a brine of apple cider vinegar, sugar, and a hint of lemon for a zesty twist. This small-batch recipe is ready in under an hour and perfect for canning or quick refrigeration. Serve these spiced fig pickles as a unique topping for charcuterie boards, a zippy side to roasted meats, or a gourmet addition to salads and sandwiches. A true balance of sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors, these fig pickles are sure to elevate any meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Fresh figs
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 Cinnamon sticks
• 6 Whole cloves
• 2 Star anise
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (sliced thin)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 Lemon (thinly sliced)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the figs under cold running water and gently pat them dry. Trim the stems, but leave the figs whole for a rustic look.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, apple cider vinegar, water, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, ginger, and salt. Stir to dissolve the sugar and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and let the brine simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse the liquid.

Step 4

Carefully add the figs and lemon slices to the saucepan. Ensure that the figs are fully submerged in the liquid.

Step 5

Simmer the figs over low heat for 20 minutes or until they are tender and have absorbed the flavors of the brine.

Step 6

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the figs and lemon slices to clean, sterilized jars.

Step 7

Increase the heat under the saucepan and bring the brine to a rapid boil. Allow it to boil for 1-2 minutes to slightly thicken.

Step 8

Pour the hot brine over the figs in the jars, ensuring the figs are completely covered. Leave about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top of each jar.

Step 9

Seal the jars tightly and allow them to cool to room temperature. For long-term storage, process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes, or store them in the refrigerator for up to 1 month if skipping the canning process.

Step 10

Let the pickles sit for at least 48 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve as a condiment or enjoy alongside your favorite dishes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1502.4 grams (1502.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1573

Total Fat 6.10g	8%
Saturated Fat 1.10g	6%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1237mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 395.00g	144%
Dietary Fiber 34.90g	125%
Total Sugars 348.90g
Protein 9.70g	19%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 537mg	41%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 2635mg	56%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.3%

Protein: 2.3%

Carbs: 94.4%