Fresh Fig and Balsamic Jam

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh ripe figs
• 250 grams white sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence

Instructions

1. 1

   prep: Wash, pat dry, trim stems and roughly chop the figs into small chunks.

2. 2

   add items: Add the chopped fig into a thick-bottomed deep saucepan along with sugar, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar and vanilla extract.

3. 3

   stir and cook: Keep stirring on a low to medium flame until all the sugar dissolves.

4. 4

   boil: Bring the mixture to a full boil, then reduce to low heat and cook for about 25 minutes stirring often.

5. 5

   cook on low: Test the readiness of the jam with a spoon. If the mixture drops off the spoon easily, then let it cook for a few more minutes. The jam is ready when the mixture doesn't fall off the spoon easily and is lumpy.

6. 6

   blend: At this point, you can use a stick blender to smooth the jam or leave it as is if you prefer chunks.

7. 7

   store: Once done, transfer the jam into sterilized jars and let it cool completely. Cover and refrigerate.