- Certified Kosher by Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America
- Suitable for Vegetarians
- Suitable for Vegans
About the product:
- DELICIOUS: Dried Turkish figs are sweet with a light nutty flavor and crunchy texture.
- EXCELLENT FOR DESSERTS: You can cook different types of desserts using dried figs. It is a perfect ingredient for pastry filling, cakes, and cookies.
- ENERGY BOOST: Because dried figs lose most of the liquid when dried, the percentage of natural carbohydrates increases. As a consequence, dried figs are sweeter and more caloric than fresh figs.
- VITAMINS AND MINERALS: dried figs are rich in vitamins and minerals, especially potassium, the amount compared to its amount in dates.
- LONG SHELF LIFE: At room temperature, dried figs can be stored a month or two. They can be stored 6-12 months in refrigerator and 1-1.5 years in the freezer.
Product Description:
Fig, aka Anjeer, is the fruit of the fig tree. This fruit is consumed fresh, dried, or canned. Fresh figs contain up to 1.3% protein and 11.2% sugars. Still, when the fruit is dried, the percentage of proteins increases to 3-6%, as well as sugar - up to 40-50%, which gives dried Turkish figs a deep sweet taste and causes a feeling of satiety. However, keep in mind that dried fruits' calorie content goes up as well, and you might want to plan intake according to your diet.
Also, Dried figs fruit is rich in vitamins and minerals, especially potassium, which is equal to the content in dates. Don't get too excited, though; everything is good in moderation. Although there are no known allergies to this fruit, you might want to consult your nutritionist on what is the right amount for you.
Delicious Taste and Various Use
Dried Turkish figs' taste is sweet and nutty. Their outer shell is a bit chewy, but inside they are soft and crunchy. It's used in different dishes, mainly in desserts, cakes, cookies, and other sweets. Our favorite is to have it right out of the pack to indulge in delightful flavor.
Dried Figs Storage
Dried figs should be stored in a cool and dry place. While they will not spoil at room temperature for 1 or 2 months, if you want to preserve them for a more extended period, you can keep them in the fridge from half a year to a year. It is even possible to prolong their shelf life to year or year and a half by putting them into the freezer. However, it may influence their taste.
