Dealer exotic fruits told how to choose the freshest figs and what it is.

Figs, wine berry, Fig, the fruit of the Fig tree... As soon not call this sweet fruit in different cultures! About the magic properties of figs legends more than 5 thousand years. It really is a heavenly fruit, because the leaves of the Fig tree served as the clothing Adam and eve. We often pass by these tasty fruits, not knowing how they are useful and necessary in the diet!





Figs are easy to replace sweets in the diet, because one fruit contains a lot of fructose and only 49 calories. The fruit of the Fig tree is rich in organic acids, pectin, healthy fats, protein, folic acid, vitamin C, iron, copper, fiber. Figs are useful not only to patients and children, but also anyone who wants to improve their health.

The use of figs for the fruit organizaciji

1. How to choose. To select ripe figs, put some pressure on the fetus. It should be soft and have a very strong sweet aroma. Do not buy hard and flattened the fruit, but if it will scratch, nothing to worry about, it does not affect the taste. You should also not take fruit with a putrid or sour odor.
   
   Depending on the varieties of fresh figs can be green, brown, yellow or dark purple, and the size may be different.
   
   
   
   
   
   How to store. Fresh figs spoil quickly. Keep it no more than three days, then it starts to lose its taste. Capacity in which is stored the figs should be open so the moisture is evaporated and the evolved bacteria, mold.
   
   Fresh figs can be frozen. It retains virtually all of its useful properties. As such, the fruit can be stored for 12 months.
   
   As is. Fresh wine berries is recommended to use along with a peel. If the skin is firm, cut the figs in half and eat the pulp with a spoon. In the evening you can eat 2-3 figs in half an hour before meals.
   
   Very tasty breakfasts and desserts are out of boiled figs. To do this, use 2 cups of water for every 8 fruits. Cook the figs on low heat for 15 minutes. Serve ready you can fruit with yogurt, sour cream, cottage cheese.
   
   
   
   
   
   There's plenty of other ways to use figs as food. Make jams and preserves, in salads, main dishes, cakes and even bread. The figs goes well with cheeses, dairy products, cured ham. It is possible to prepare a gourmet sauce or dressing for fish, meat and vegetables.
   
   
   
   
   
   

Dried figs

1. How to choose. To choose good figs, you need to know a few rules. Pay attention to color: it should be light brown, beige, dull. Let you not afraid of a white residue is glucose, which is made out. The fruit should be slightly preplanetary about the same size, a little soft and not overdried. How to store. Low temperature and dryness are the main conditions for storage of dried figs. Failure to do so dried fruits have mold and plant pests. So keep dried figs in a cool place where does not get wet and direct sunlight. It can be put in a container with a lid, canvas bag or jar.
   
   
   
   
   
   As is. Many people wonder whether it is necessary to wash the dried figs, because he travels a long way from the South to your table. The fruits should be washed, and even better to soak to make them more juicy.
   
   Dried figs can be eaten just like that, without any treatment. They add a fragrant touch to any dish or drink. Cereal, pastries and dairy desserts are the best friends figs, so do not be stingy and add them liberally in the diet.
   
   
   
   
   
   

Figs energizes, revitalizes, improves mood and vitality, strengthens and refreshes the body. I hope this article will help you to properly choose, store and consume this delicacy.

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