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From how to eat figs to various uses! Fig cleaning and storage tips
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- Figs are a seasonal fruit available from August to November. They can be eaten with the skin on and should be washed with the stem facing up to maintain their sweetness.
- It is best to consume them within 2-4 days when refrigerated, and they are best used in yogurt or smoothies when frozen.
- Figs can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, including salads, desserts, and jams. They are rich in vitamins C, dietary fiber, and potassium.
Fig Handling and Storage: From Delicious Eating Methods to Various Uses
The season for figs in Korea is from August to November. It is considered a representative fruit of autumn, and many people enjoy it for its unique aroma and sweetness. Figs have been eaten since ancient times and are a historically significant fruit, even appearing in the Bible. There is also a story that the leaves of the fig tree were the leaves that Adam and Eve used to cover themselves in the Garden of Eden.
In this post, we will tell you in detail about fig handling methods, storage methods, and delicious ways to eat them!
1. Fig Handling
Figs are a fruit that can be eaten with the skin, and it is common to eat them whole, like plums or cherries. However, this does not mean you can just wash them and eat them. Figs are delicate fruits, so knowing the right way to handle them will enhance their sweetness and texture.
Appearance of a fig
Washing Method: Figs should be gently washed under running water while holding them by the stem. In particular, be careful not to stand them upside down. If water gets in from the bottom, it will lower the sweetness, so it is important to hold the stem upwards and wash it with water flowing down.
Water can enter the fig from below.
Eating with the skin: Fig skins are thin and soft, so you don't need to peel them and can eat them right away. If you are uncomfortable with the skin, you can also cut it in half and eat the inside with a spoon.
2. Fig Storage
Figs are a tricky fruit to store. They can easily soften and spoil, so you need to follow the right storage methods.
Refrigerator Storage : Figs should be stored at a low temperature between 1 and 5 degrees Celsius. However, it is best to consume them within 2 to 4 days at most. If left for too long, they will soften and their sweetness and texture will deteriorate. Also, do not store them together in a bunch. Individually wrap each fig in a napkin or paper, then put it in a plastic bag and store it.
It looks like 'hodu gwaja'... Wrap each fig in paper and store them in a plastic bag.
Freezing Storage : If you want to store figs for a longer period of time, freezing is recommended. If stored frozen, they can stay fresh for a month or two. Frozen figs are delicious when added to yogurt or smoothies.
3. Delicious Ways to Enjoy Figs
Figs are delicious on their own, but they are also a fruit that can be used in a variety of ways. Their sweet and soft texture makes them go well with desserts and dishes.
Eating as is : The most basic way is to eat them whole with the skin. You can eat a washed fig whole or cut it in half and eat the inside.
Salad : Figs are also popular as a salad ingredient. Enjoying them with avocado, cheese, and nuts will give you a harmonious blend of fig sweetness and flavor.
Dessert : Figs drizzled with honey make a great dessert. Also, when served with cream cheese, the soft texture is enhanced.
Making Fig Jam : Making jam with figs allows you to enjoy it with bread or yogurt. Even made into jam, its unique sweetness remains.
4. Nutritional Value of Figs
Figs are a fruit that contains abundant nutrients along with its sweetness. They are rich in Vitamin C, dietary fiber, and potassium, which are good for gut health and help boost immunity. Dietary fiber is especially effective in preventing indigestion, hemorrhoids, and constipation, while potassium helps regulate blood pressure.
In addition, they are said to help alleviate premenstrual syndrome, menopause, and menstrual cramps.
