Nitrate & Nitrite Free Spiced Fig Jam
Fresh figs, warm spice, and a drizzle of honey — this jam is the kind of thing you'll want to spread on absolutely everything. The combination of Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger gives it a gentle, aromatic heat that plays beautifully against the natural sweetness of ripe figs, while fresh lemon juice and zest keep the whole thing bright and balanced. Store-bought jams and preserves can be a minefield when you're avoiding certain additives and preservatives, but every single ingredient here is clean and straightforward — nothing processed, nothing hidden. You control the texture too, mashing the figs down as much or as little as you like for a silky spread or a rustic, chunky preserve. The slow simmer does all the heavy lifting, coaxing the fruit down into a thick, glossy jam that sets beautifully without any added pectin or artificial anything. Spoon it over yogurt, swirl it into oatmeal, layer it on a cheese board, or simply slather it on toast — it earns its place in the fridge fast.
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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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