Fig Compote

Name: Fig Compote
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups dried Turkish figs, stemmed; 1/4 cup sugar; Zest and juice from 1 navel orange; 2 cinnamon sticks; 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar; Salt and pepper

Recipe photo courtesy of Johnny Miller

Pair this fruity, sweet-tart compote with the rich short ribs. It is also great with roast pork and chicken.

Source: Everyday Food, December 2012

35 mins 5 mins 8

Total Time Prep Servings

Ingredients

2 cups dried Turkish figs, stemmed
1/4 cup sugar
Zest and juice from 1 navel orange
2 cinnamon sticks
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
Salt and pepper

Directions

1. In a medium pot, bring figs, sugar, orange zest and juice, cinnamon, and 1 1/2 cups water to a boil. Reduce to a rapid simmer and cook, partially covered, until figs are tender and liquid is reduced, 20 minutes. Uncover and cook until liquid is syrupy, 5 minutes. Stir in vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.