Dried figs usages

The nutritional value of dried figs is more than the one of fresh figs. A single dried fig is as good as eating an egg. Figs, whether fresh or dried, are rich enough in powerful antioxidants.

Dried figs content much higher sugar than the fresh ones, so you can chop and add them to desserts and other sweet dishes for a touch of sweetness.

Processed figs are used in making pies, pudding, cakes, jams, and other bakery products while dried figs used for preparing muesli bars, porridge, and as an addition to cereals and porridges. (S)

As a Snack

Dried figs can be eaten plain, just like raisins or other dried fruits. This is one of the simplest ways to enjoy the fruit as a snack. (S)

Soaked Dried Figs in water (or milk)

People are mostly recommended to consume figs after soaking them in water (or milk) overnight. Soaking figs in water helps the body to assimilate them better. Figs are a powerhouse of fiber. There are two types of fiber: Soluble fiber and insoluble fiber. So when you soak figs in water, soluble fiber gets broken down and gets easier to assimilate.

Soaked dried figs can treat constipation

1. Soak 2-3 dried figs in water (or milk) and leave them overnight.

2. Consume them in the morning

(S)

Dried Figs Brew

Figs brew is a healthy and sweet liquid extract of figs, which works wonders when consumed in an empty stomach. It helps in digestion and keeps constipation at bay. (S)

Using in Foods

You can also add dried figs to soups, stews, and meat preparation to enhance the taste. (S)

Fig Paste

The paste of figs is also used as a sugar substitute in some regions.

It is used in bakery, biscuit, confectionery, breakfast cereals, jam, chocolate, coffee, yogurt, and ice cream industries as an ingredient. (S)

Dried Fig Powder

Dried fig powder (can be mixed with almond, walnut and sesame powder) contains Iron, Folic Acid, Potassium, Calcium, Fiber, Magnesium, Zinc, Phosphorus, Copper, Protein, Vitamin E and group B vitamins. You can serve this product with milk or use it as a seasoning, flavoring or topping material.

Floured Dried Figs

Dried white figs are made slightly wet and coated with a thin layer of white flour flavored with several different seasonings, best for being served with tea or other herbal drinks. (S)

Some other companies are producing interesting new products of dried figs such as:

Dried fig paste, Chocolate covered dried figs, Stuffed dried figs, Fig bread…

Source: Researched By “Taher Agroindustrial Group”