How to Make Glazed figs with Star Spices by Michael Swamy || Hopping chef

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

fresh figs

🥗Healthier: dried figs

💰Cheaper: canned figs

Dried figs retain flavor and sweetness.

star anise

🥗Healthier: fennel seeds

💰Cheaper: anise extract

Fennel seeds mimic the flavor profile.

Prepare figs by washing and trimming the stems.

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat until foamy.

Add brown sugar to the skillet and stir until dissolved.

Incorporate star anise, cinnamon, and cloves into the mixture.

Pour in orange juice and water, stirring to combine.

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

Add the figs to the skillet, cut side down, and cook for 3-4 minutes.

Gently turn the figs to coat them in the glaze.

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until figs are tender.

Remove figs from the skillet and place on a serving dish.

Increase heat to high and reduce the glaze for another 2-3 minutes.

Drizzle the reduced glaze over the figs before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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