Sweet and Spicy Fig Compote

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Red pepper flakes add a surprisingly spicy twist to this typically sweet fig topping and it's the perfect accompaniment to your favorite cheese and a glass, or two, of wine.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 cup sliced dried figs

  • 1 cup red wine

  • ¼ cup white sugar

  • 1 tablespoon honey

  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste

  • 1 pinch salt

Directions

  1. Heat figs, red wine, sugar, honey, red pepper flakes, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until wine is reduced and thickened, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

162 Calories
1g Fat
34g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 162
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 1%
Sodium 6mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 34g 12%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Total Sugars 29g
Protein 1g 2%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 52mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 298mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.