Easy Homemade Fig Condiment: Ultimate Sauce for Salads

Name: Easy Homemade Fig Condiment: Ultimate Sauce for Salads
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: Condiment
Ingredients: 1 cup Dried Figs (roughly chopped); 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar; 1/4 cup Brown Sugar; 1/4 cup Water; 1/4 teaspoon Salt; Pinch to taste Black Pepper

Discover how to make a truly exquisite fig condiment, perfect for elevating your salads, cheese boards, and gourmet dishes. This quick and simple recipe transforms dried figs into a rich, flavorful sauce that's a must-have pantry essential. Follow along for an easy way to create a versatile and delicious topping that will impress everyone.

#Fig Condiment

#Homemade Sauce

#Salad Dressing

#Easy Recipe

#Pantry Essentials

#Sweet and Savory

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Recipe Information

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

25m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Condiment

English

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

Protein

11g

Carbs

Fat

Fig Mixture Simmering

Ingredients

Servings: 10

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Mashing the Condiment

Instructions

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Roughly chop the dried figs into small, manageable pieces. This helps them soften and blend more easily during cooking.
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Roughly chop the dried figs into small, manageable pieces. This helps them soften and blend more easily during cooking.
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If figs are very dry, you can soak them in a little hot water for 5 minutes before chopping.
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In a small saucepan, combine the chopped figs, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, water, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to mix all ingredients.
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In a small saucepan, combine the chopped figs, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, water, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to mix all ingredients.
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Use a non-reactive saucepan, like stainless steel, to prevent any metallic taste.

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Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the figs are very soft and the liquid has thickened into a syrupy consistency.
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Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the figs are very soft and the liquid has thickened into a syrupy consistency.
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Ensure the heat is low enough during simmering to prevent the bottom from burning and to allow the flavors to meld.
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Remove from heat. Using a fork, potato masher, or immersion blender, mash or blend the mixture to your desired consistency. For a smoother condiment, blend until completely uniform.
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Remove from heat. Using a fork, potato masher, or immersion blender, mash or blend the mixture to your desired consistency. For a smoother condiment, blend until completely uniform.
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Adjust sweetness or tanginess if needed; a splash of balsamic or a pinch more sugar can balance the flavors.
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Allow the condiment to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight jar or container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks, or freeze for longer storage.
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Allow the condiment to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight jar or container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks, or freeze for longer storage.
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This delicious condiment makes a fantastic homemade gift when packaged in a pretty jar.