Gut Friendly Spiced Fig Jam
Fresh figs are a genuinely underrated gut-friendly ingredient — naturally rich in fiber and easy to digest when cooked down low and slow. This jam leans into that with a short, clean ingredient list: ripe figs, raw honey, bright lemon, and warming Ceylon cinnamon and ginger, both of which have a long history of supporting digestive comfort. There are no refined sugars, no pectin, and no mystery additives — just real food simmered into something deeply flavorful. The technique is straightforward: you cook the figs until they release their juices, mash them to your preferred texture, and let the mixture reduce until it thickens naturally. Ceylon cinnamon is a deliberate choice here, as it's gentler than the more common cassia variety and less likely to cause irritation for sensitive stomachs. The result is a luscious, spiced spread that works beautifully on toast, stirred into yogurt, or paired with a soft cheese. Once you have a jar of this in the fridge, you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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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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