St. Kitts and Nevis Style Sweet Wild Fig Preserve

Ingredients

In the original Croatian recipe, the preserve is made with wild figs, sugar, and lemon juice. However, in this St. Kitts and Nevis adaptation, we incorporate local Caribbean flavors by adding a splash of rum and a touch of cinnamon. These additions enhance the tropical essence of the preserve and give it a distinct Caribbean flair. We alse have the original recipe for Slatko od divi smokvi, so you can check it out.

• 1 kg (2.2 lbs) wild figs, washed and stems removed 1 kg (2.2 lbs) wild figs, washed and stems removed
• 500 g (2 ½ cups) granulated sugar 500 g (2 ½ cups) granulated sugar
• 1 lemon, juiced 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 cinnamon stick 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 tbsp rum 2 tbsp rum

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 120 kcal / 502 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 0g, 0g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 31g, 30g
• Protein: 0g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, combine the wild figs, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon stick.
2. 2.
   Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
3. 3.
   Once the mixture starts boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 1 hour, or until the figs are soft and the syrup has thickened.
4. 4.
   Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the rum.
5. 5.
   Allow the preserve to cool slightly before transferring it to sterilized jars.
6. 6.
   Seal the jars tightly and let the preserve cool completely before storing it in a cool, dark place.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Wild figs — Make sure to wash the figs thoroughly and remove any stems before using them in the recipe. If the figs are not fully ripe, you can add a little extra sugar to enhance their sweetness.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier twist, add a pinch of ground nutmeg or allspice to the preserve.
• If you prefer a smoother texture, you can blend the preserve in a food processor before transferring it to jars.
• Store the preserve in sterilized jars to ensure its freshness and longevity.

Serving advice

Serve the St. Kitts and Nevis Style Sweet Wild Fig Preserve on freshly baked bread or toast for a delightful breakfast or snack. It can also be used as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or ice cream.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, garnish the preserve with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a slice of fresh lemon. Serve it in small, decorative jars for an elegant touch.