D & C Recipes - Fig & Ginger Jam
Fig & Ginger Jam
INGREDIENTS -
- 500g figs, quartered
- 250g granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp root ginger, grated
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 vanilla pod, split and seeds scraped
- 1 tsp white wine vinegar
INSTRUCTIONS
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In a large pan, combine the figs, sugar, ginger, lemon, cinnamon, vanilla and vinegar and leave to stand for 30 minutes or until the sugar has dissolved and the figs are starting to juice. Stir occasionally.
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Cover with 50ml (2fl oz) water and bring to the boil.
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Turn down to a simmer for 30 minutes or until the liquid is reduced and the fruit is soft and the liquid is thick.
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Store in sterilised jars for up to 3 months.
Enjoy!