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The most delicious snack.
Dried figs have many qualities, as we can read below. However, beyond their impressive health properties, their sweet taste, excellent texture, and high fiber content make them an
ideal snack food to nibble on between meals, for example during a work break, as dessert after meals, as an appetizer, etc. Additionally, being dried and coated in rice flour, they do not require great conservation efforts and are non-perishable, they can last at least a year. Of course, they should be stored in good conditions (cool, dry place away from sunlight).
Dried figs are an ideal food for athletes. The healthiest and most natural energy supplement.
Dried figs have amplified health properties compared to fresh figs. In this sense, one of their best properties is
the high energy capacity of dried figs. For this reason, figs are an
ideal food for athletes, both before and after training sessions. We can consume them before exercise to have extra energy reserves for moderate or moderate-intensity activities, or as a restorative for our strength once the training is finished. We can also consume dried figs regularly in our day-to-day life as an energizer without the need to be athletes, it is the
ideal food to face all the daily burdens and stress and reach the night without excessive exhaustion.
Properties of dried figs:
Thanks to the drying process, we can enjoy figs
all year round, and although they are the same food in essence, fresh and dried figs have nutritional characteristics that differentiate them.
Due to the loss of water, which represents only 30%, the nutritional values are multiplied approximately by three.
The result of the process turns dried figs into a version 3 times more concentrated than fresh ones. And this, in nutritional terms, means that they are:
Source of Fiber: Its most notable nutritional characteristic, representing 20% of its volume. Thanks to this, it is one of the most effective natural solutions to regulate intestinal transit and makes it a great ally in reducing the risk of diseases such as diabetes. Also, they have a
satiating effect.
Source of Minerals: Contains high amounts of
potassium, magnesium, calcium, and iron as well as small contributions of other minerals and vitamins. All of them contribute to the proper functioning of muscles and bones.
Iron: This mineral is responsible for transporting oxygen in the blood. A portion of 50g of dried figs provides 6% of a woman's daily needs and 8% of a man's. It is a good dietary supplement for the prevention of anemia.
Potassium: is the most abundant mineral in figs.
Calcium: is the fruit with the highest calcium content (162/100 mg). This element is essential for keeping bones healthy.
Magnesium and Phosphorus: these minerals are essential for the fixation of calcium in bones.
Manganese: trace element that participates in bone and tissue formation, blood clotting, insulin functions, and cholesterol synthesis.
Source of energy: It is a source of natural sugars (fructose) that help reduce fatigue and improve mood. Especially indicated for high-performance athletes.
Source of flavonoids: In figs, we find substances in small amounts that are important. An example is flavonoids, with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory qualities, they help the liver in its cleaning task and assist the immune system.
Culinary uses of dried figs:
Dried
figs are used not only in
traditional pastries but also as a fruit that adds a
delicious touch to many savory dishes. In particular, we can highlight their use in perfect harmony with dishes of
game meat, with
poultry, or with
recipes containing spicy flavors as the main note. It is also a widely used product in breads (
fig breads). Additionally, it is a fruit commonly used in
"exotic" recipes
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