Fig jam

Fig jam is a delicious sweet preserve made from fresh figs cooked with sugar and, occasionally, a touch of lemon to balance its flavor. Figs are small, sweet, and juicy fruits with a thin skin that can vary in color from green to dark purple. The jam captures the natural essence of this fruit, offering a smooth texture with tiny crunchy seeds that provide a pleasant contrast on the palate.

The origin of fig jam is linked to Mediterranean regions, where fig cultivation has been traditional since ancient times, although today it is also produced in many parts of Latin America due to the adaptation of figs to warm climates.

Regarding its properties, fig jam is a natural source of dietary fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins such as vitamin K and several B complex vitamins. Although it is sweet, it also provides minerals like potassium and calcium, offering quick energy and being an ideal complement for breakfasts and desserts.

In different Spanish-speaking countries in the Americas, fig jam may also be known as fig preserve or simply fig sweet. These terms vary by region, but all refer to the same sweet and thick product used for spreading on bread, accompanying cheeses, or enhancing flavors in pastry recipes.