Beef Free Spiced Fig Jam
Fresh figs are one of those ingredients that feel almost too good to be true — naturally sweet, deeply fragrant, and absolutely stunning when cooked down into a glossy, spiced spread. This jam layers honey, bright lemon juice and zest, warming Ceylon cinnamon, and a hint of ginger for a flavor that's complex without being fussy. The whole thing comes together in a single saucepan, and you get to choose your own texture — silky smooth or beautifully chunky, depending on how much you work that masher. There's nothing here that comes from an animal, so it fits effortlessly into a beef-free kitchen without any substitutions or workarounds. Spread it over crusty bread, swirl it into yogurt, or pair it with a sharp cheese board and watch it disappear. The slow simmer is where the magic really happens, concentrating all those fruity, spiced notes into something that tastes like it came from a specialty shop.
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16 servings
- 1 ½ lb fresh figs, stems removed, roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- 1
Combine the chopped figs, honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, salt, and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the figs evenly.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally, until the figs begin to release their juices and soften, about 5 minutes.
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