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When we think of figs, the juicy, ripe ones usually come to mind, which are perfect for sweet and savoury dishes. But did you know that you can also make something fantastic with green, unripe figs? In the Netherlands, figs often stay green and don't fully ripen, but that doesn't mean they are unusable. On the contrary, green figs are perfect for candying, a delicacy that is delicious with desserts or a cheeseboard. In this article, our game picking expert Katja Wezel of Wilderlust shares a step-by-step recipe and handy tips to get started yourself.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Green figs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Figs are one of the oldest cultivated fruits and have been valued for thousands of years for their sweet taste and nutritional value. They are rich in fibre, vitamins and minerals, making them a healthy addition to your diet. In Mediterranean cuisine, figs are widely used in both sweet and savoury dishes. Because of their delicate nature, ripe figs are quickly consumed or dried, but the green, unripe figs often go unused. Fortunately, there are great ways to make the most of these green figs, such as by candying them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can also eat green figs, for example by candying them. And that is good news for the Dutch, because in the Netherlands a fig rarely ripens on a tree. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Figs, a versatile fruit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The fig (Ficus carica) is an unusual plant native to the Mediterranean and has been around for thousands of years. This plant can grow into a small tree or shrub and is known for its distinctive hand-shaped leaves and sweet fruit. The fig tree usually blooms in spring, with the flowers appearing in small, inconspicuous green balls that later - in late summer - develop into figs. In the Netherlands, the fig can grow in sheltered gardens and against warm walls, where it bears fruit in summer and autumn. With an increasingly warm climate, the fig tree is increasingly seen in Dutch gardens and city parks, where it brings a Mediterranean atmosphere and produces delicious, edible fruits.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Recipe: candied green figs<\/h2>\n
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Green figs are often overlooked, but they are a hidden treasure in the kitchen. Although ripe figs are delicious, green figs have their own unique flavour and texture that are perfect for candying. We show you how to do this at home! A delicious (after) summer dish.<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
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