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Dried figs
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 259 kcal —
- Protein 3.3 g 7%
- Carbohydrate 54 g 20%
- Fat 0.9 g 1%
- Saturated fat 0.1 g 1%
- Fibre 9.8 g 35%
- Sugars 48 g —
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Questions about Dried figs
How do you soften dried figs for baking?
Cover them with boiling water and leave for 10–15 minutes, then drain and pat dry. For a deeper flavour, soak them in tea or juice instead; chop them once they’re cool enough to handle.
How should you store dried figs after opening the packet?
Keep them in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard. If your kitchen is warm or humid, refrigerate them; bring them to room temperature before eating for a softer texture.
What can you make with dried figs?
Chop them into porridge, granola or fruit cake, or simmer them with onions and spices for a tagine. They’re also good with blue cheese, nuts and crusty bread on a savoury platter.
What can you use instead of dried figs in a recipe?
Use chopped dates or prunes in cakes, biscuits and porridge; both give a similar chewy sweetness. For a savoury dish such as a tagine, dried apricots are a good swap, though they taste tarter.
Are dried figs more filling than fresh figs?
Dried figs are more concentrated because much of their water has been removed. Fresh raw figs have 47 kcal per 100 g, compared with 259 kcal in dried figs.
Are dried figs high in fibre?
Yes. Dried figs are high in fibre, with 9.8 g per 100 g; try chopping a few into porridge or yoghurt.
How can you tell if dried figs have gone off?
A fine white coating can be crystallised sugar, but fuzzy growth, damp patches or an unpleasant smell suggest spoilage. Discard figs with any of those signs.
Source: NEVO (Netherlands) 193 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
