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Smoked Fig Jam Bruschetta

Smoked Fig Jam Bruschetta with Crispy Shiitake Mushrooms

Posted on August 31, 2021February 27, 2022 by Jen

Inverted Bruschetta…

A Bit of History:

Once again, an ancient fruit stars in my recipe for Smoked Fig Jam Bruschetta. Scientists and historians discovered evidence of fig cultivation dating back over 11,000 years ago in Jericho on the West Bank. Figs are really a fascinating fruit with a long and significant history! Since figs predated the domestication and cultivation of cereals and grains, they may very well have started agriculture. Figs are also a component of every major religion from the forbidden fruit in Adam and Eve to Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. In addition, figs are actually an inverted flower that blooms inside of the fruit. Apparently, the correct botanical term for this unique process is infructescence. Fig wasps pollinate the flower by physically crawling inside of the fig. Pretty cool, right? Fig roots also stretch to great depths. According to mutiarafigs.com, the roots of certain South African figs can extend up to 400 ft underground.

About the Recipe: Smoked Fig Jam Bruschetta

Figs demonstrate some amazing health benefits! Not only, a wonderful source of natural sugar and high in potassium and calcium; figs function as prebiotics to assist in maintaining a healthy gut microbiome. Resin extracted from fig leaves has been suggested as a remedy to reduce itching from bug bites. One site even mentions that due to the high amount of alkalines in figs they may reduce the desire for nicotine and function as a substitute for coffee. While I won’t be giving up my morning espresso, I plan on enjoying figs in both sweet and savory dishes this season.

I love incorporating figs into my morning breakfast bowl with a bit of honey and nut butter. I also love experimenting with seasonal fruits and vegetables to create some new dishes. For this particular recipe, I decided to have my husband teach me how to set up the grill to smoke figs. After a few hours of smoking, I combined the figs with pomegranate molasses, red wine, honey, and lemon juice into a delicious savory jam. Spread on toasted baguette and top with crispy shiitake mushrooms and pickled sweet onions and you will have an amazing bruschetta that resembles the taste of bacon!

When smoking fruit on the grill, remember you want low heat and a long time frame! Trust me, the taste is worth the wait.


Smoked Fig Jam Bruschetta

Smoked Fig Jam Bruschetta

Smoked Fig Jam Bruschetta

A savory, smoky, irresistible, spread that is the perfect topping for pizzas, baguettes, and sandwiches.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 3 hrs 30 mins
Total Time 3 hrs 40 mins
Course Appetizer, Condiment, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 cups

Equipment

  • smoker
  • Blender

Ingredients
  

  • 4 lb fresh figs*
  • 3 fresh plums (optional)
  • 2/3 cup honey (substitute sweetener of choice if vegan)
  • 1 1/2 cups hot water
  • 1 1/4 cups red wine
  • 2 tbsp pomegranate molasses*
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • sea salt

Serving Suggestions Ingredients

  • pickled onions
  • roasted mushrooms such as shiitake, portobella
  • sprinkling of nutritional yeast or cheese
  • toasted baguette or pizza crust
  • arugula

Instructions
 

  • Set smoker temperature to 175-200 degrees F.

Simple Syrup

  • Place 1/3 cup of honey in 1 1/2 cups hot water. Set aside while honey dissolves.

Figs

  • Remove the stems from the figs and slice in half lengthwise.
  • Place figs and plums (if using) in a large, glass heat safe dish. Pour honey mixture over figs.
  • Smoke the fig mixture for 3 hours at 175-200 degrees F.
  • Remove figs from smoker and transfer to a large pot.
  • Add remaining honey, pomegranate molasses (or substitute pomegranate juice), and red wine. Stir to combine.
  • Simmer over medium hot for at least 30 minutes until mixture has reduced. Stir in fresh lemon juice.
  • When mixture is cool enough, place in a blender and pulse until you reach desired consistency. Taste and add sea salt or additional honey if desired.

Serving

  • This jam is delicious on pizza crust or toasted baguette topped with pickled onion and crispy mushrooms, a sprinkle of cheese, and arugula lettuce.

Notes

*You can also use 5 cups of dried figs if unable to find fresh figs. Using dried figs yields a sweeter jam.
*1/4 cup of pomegranate juice may be substituted for pomegranate molasses.
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Are you striving to make a lifestyle change or looking to discover plant-focused recipes the whole family will love?

My name is Jen. I am a wife, mom, and a pharmacist. I love to cook for my family, hike, run, and read about history. I enjoy eating fresh, seasonal, locally available produce. In addition to endurance trail runs and long bike rides, I will happily set out on foraging hikes for mushrooms and truffles.

Waiting for the seasons to change, fruits to ripen, vegetables to mature, or truffles to reach their peak (7-11 years) is an endurance sport in itself.  Nonetheless, the time and effort spent is well worth crossing that finish line and enjoying a delicious, healthy meal.

I always say the slower you run, the more you enjoy the trail. Food is the same. Cooking together in the kitchen with freshly harvested fruits and vegetables is all about taking life slower and enjoying the process and experience. Plant-based, healthy food for the whole family with less effort, so you can slow down and enjoy life!

Disclaimer: This website is for sharing recipes and cooking techniques that I use in my kitchen. It is not intended as medical advice. Ingredient information is for general knowledge only. Please consult your physician for medical questions and concerns regarding your personal health.

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