Sweet Balsamic Fig Compote with Fresh Figs and Honey

This fresh fig compote recipe highlights the beauty and versatility of fresh figs! Take advantage of the short season during late summer with this versatile compote that can easily pair with sweet and savory dishes.

Course Compote, Sauce

Cuisine American

Keyword Balsamic Figs, Fig Compote, Figs and Honey

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 35

Servings servings

Calories 629kcal

Author Cara Harbstreet

Equipment

medium saucepan or skillet
cutting board and sharpened knife
microplane or zester
hand juicer
rubber spatula or wooden spoon

Ingredients

1 lb fresh figs quartered, about 3 cups
1/4 cup honey
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tbsp lemon zest
2 tbsp balsamic glaze or about 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Instructions

Wash and dry the fresh figs and lemon. Remove the stems, then chop the figs into small, uniform pieces. Zest and juice the lemon, reserving half of the zest, and measure the honey and balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar.
Add all ingredients except half of the lemon zest to a medium saucepan or skillet and stir to combine. Gradually bring the saucepan or skillet to medium heat, then reduce to low heat when the fig mixture begins to simmer.
Cook for 10-15 minutes or until the figs have reduced in size and faded in color. The liquid should become thick and syrup-like in texture. Remove from heat, then stir in the remaining lemon zest.
Allow to cool slightly, 10 to 15 minutes, and continue to thicken. Serve as a topping for ice cream sundaes or cobblers, grilled meats, or on a charcuterie platter or cheese board.

Notes

Yield as written is approximately 1 1/2 cups. Note that the final yield will depend on the degree to which you cook down and reduce the fig mixture. Longer cooking times leads to greater reduction in volume.

Serving size is estimated at 3 tablespoons per serving. Adjust accordingly to fit your needs.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator if not using right away. Use within 1-2 weeks for best results.

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