Homemade Fig Chutney: Delicious and Aromatic Preserve
Discover our homemade fig chutney recipe, a tasty preparation that preserves figs while transforming them into a sweet-savory delight. This chutney, with a beautiful consistency, pairs wonderfully with refined dishes such as foie gras or white meat, adding an original touch to your festive meals or family dinners. Easy to make, it only requires a bit of time (two hours of cooking) and a few simple ingredients that you probably have in your kitchen. Nutmeg and ginger add spicy notes that subtly enhance the flavor of the figs. Plus, you can keep it for a long time in your jars. It's a great way to share a bit of sweetness on every occasion, whether at a gathering with friends or as a homemade gift. Don’t miss out on making this fig chutney, which is sure to impress and offers a beautiful harmony of flavors on your table.
- Preparation time: 30 min
- Cooking time: 2 heures
- Servings: for people
- Difficulty: Medium
Ingredients
- - 2 kg of ripe figs
- - 4 large onions finely sliced
- - 700 g of granulated sugar
- - 6 dl of white vinegar with tarragon flavor
- - 1 teaspoon of freshly grated nutmeg
- - 1 teaspoon of ground ginger
- - 2 pinches of grey Guérande salt
- - 3 turns of the white pepper mill finely ground
Preparation
1. In a copper basin, start by cooking the onions until they become translucent. To prevent them from taking too much color, feel free to add a little water (2 or 3 tablespoons will do).
2. Once the onions are well cooked, add the figs that you have previously stemmed and chopped into pieces (quarters works well).
3. Next, add the sugar and cook everything for about 10 minutes. Don't forget to use a skimmer to eliminate as many seeds as possible that might be there.
4. Now pour in the vinegar along with the spices, then let simmer on low heat for about two hours. The cooking should allow the chutney to thicken to a consistency similar to that of a jam.
5. When the chutney is ready and still very hot, fill jars reserved for jams. Close them immediately and turn them upside down to ensure better preservation.
6. This chutney is a delicious accompaniment, perfect for foie gras or white meat. Serve without moderation!
Recommended wine
Sauternes if served with foie gras
