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Black Figs

Fruit

Description
Wrapped in a thin skin that may appear to be more of a deep purple than black, the soft juicy red pulp of the black fig is loaded with minute edible seeds. Its rich sweet flavor is very delicate and light. A slight shriveling or cracking near the stem end is caused by the sun and a common characteristic. Figs are the only fruit to fully ripen and semi-dry on the tree.

Grow Region
California Imported

Storage Temperature
Best at room temperature, simply eat out of hand, skin and all.Chop; add to fruit salads. Whole or halved, top figs with cream, nuts and flavored liqueurs. Cured meats especially love figs.

Availability

Seasons/Availability
Black Figs are available May through December.

Nutritional Facts

High in fiber, figs are a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, calcium, iron, magnesium, thiamine, potassium and protein. Cholesterol-free, sodium-free, and fat-free, three medium fresh figs contain about 120 calories, while 3 dried figs contain about 143 calories. Protein content in the fig is nearly twice as high as other dried fruits and over ten times that of fresh fruits. A compound found in figs, benzaldehyde, has been shown to help shrink tumors in some studies. Figs are considered to be an antibacterial and anti-ulcer food, as well as a natural laxative.