Dried Smyrna Figs - 7 oz

Our figs ripen slowly on the branch through long summer days, and some start drying on the tree before they fall to the orchard floor at peak ripeness. Our growers travel deep into the mountains by mule to reach the remote groves, far from industrial areas and large-scale conventional farming. Each fig comes out a little different, from light tan to deep brown, and shoppers tell us some taste sweeter while others are lightly tangy. And their looks: exquisite.

You may spot white crystals on the soft skin. That's sugaring: the figs' own sugars rising to the surface as they dry, and a sign of a sweet, high-quality fig. It's safe to eat and doesn't mean anything has gone wrong. For a smoother, glossier look, soak the figs in warm water for a few minutes; the crystals dissolve and the flavor stays the same. Our figs contain potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamins A, E and K, along with antioxidants and fiber, and they're naturally fat free. They're also non-GMO, gluten free and kosher.

Snack on them straight from the bag or elevate your cheeseboards and baked goods. Figs hold their moisture well in cakes, breads and muffins, and they make a crowd-pleasing appetizer grilled with olive oil. Refrigerate after opening and keep the bag sealed. At Made In Nature, we've been powered by good intentions since 1989, walking the fields with our growers and helping farmers convert thousands of acres to organic.

Ingredients: ORGANIC SMYRNA FIGS

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Common Questions

What is the white coating on dried figs, and is it mold?
The white coating on dried figs is usually sugaring, the fruit's own sugars crystallizing on the skin. It's safe to eat, and it's common on our Made In Nature Organic Dried Smyrna Figs. We see sugaring as a completely natural process and a sign of a high-quality, sweet fig. It doesn't mean the fruit has gone bad or been treated with anything artificial. Sugar crystals are dry, whitish and fairly even across the skin. Mold tends to look fuzzy or show green, blue or black patches, often with a musty smell. If you'd rather have a smoother, glossier fig, soak them in warm water for a few minutes. That dissolves the crystals without changing the flavor.

What does unsulfured mean for dried figs?
Unsulfured means the fruit was dried without sulfur dioxide, and our Made In Nature Organic Dried Smyrna Figs are sun-dried and unsulfured. Many dried fruit makers use sulfur dioxide to keep color bright and extend shelf life. It then appears on the label as sulfites, which some people prefer to avoid. The only ingredient in our bag is organic Smyrna figs. Our figs range in color from light tan to deep brown.

What is the difference between Smyrna and Calimyrna figs?
Calimyrna is the name for Smyrna-type figs grown in California. Our Made In Nature Organic Dried Smyrna Figs are grown in Turkey, where the variety comes from. The Smyrna name traces back to the old Aegean port city now called İzmir. Smyrna-type figs only set fruit when tiny fig wasps pollinate them. Ours grow in the mountains of Aydın along the Aegean Sea, a region long known for producing the world's most prized Turkish figs. They have hints of honey, jam and butterscotch, with a subtle nuttiness from the seeds.

Where are Made In Nature Smyrna figs grown and how are they dried?
Our Made In Nature Organic Dried Smyrna Figs grow in Aydın, Turkey, in orchards far from industrial areas and large-scale conventional farming. The trees are 100% rain fed, with no irrigation, artificial watering or groundwater pumping. Our farmers use time-honored organic methods, and the dry climate and steady breezes let the orchards thrive without synthetic pesticides. The figs ripen slowly on the branch, and some start drying on the tree. Each August, semi-dried figs fall at peak ripeness and farmers gather them by hand, often reaching remote groves by mule. The figs then dry under the Aegean sun for 3 to 5 days, with no artificial heat or forced dehydration.

Are Made In Nature dried figs organic, gluten free, kosher and non-GMO?
Yes. Our Made In Nature Organic Dried Smyrna Figs are organic, non-GMO, gluten free and kosher. The ingredient list is a single item, organic Smyrna figs, in a 7 oz (198 g) bag. Buyers tell us they value that they're organic.

How can I use Made In Nature Smyrna figs, and how should I store them?
Our Made In Nature Organic Dried Smyrna Figs are made for snacking straight from the bag, and they also work well on cheeseboards and in baked goods. Figs hold moisture well, so they suit cakes, breads and muffins. They're also delicious grilled with olive oil as an appetizer. Shoppers mention that each fig tastes a little different, some sweeter and some lightly tangy. Once the bag is open, seal it and keep it in the refrigerator.

What nutrients are in Made In Nature dried figs?
Our Made In Nature Organic Dried Smyrna Figs contain potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamins A, E and K, along with antioxidants and fiber. Moisture drops as the figs dry, so these nutrients become more concentrated than in fresh fruit. Our figs are naturally fat free and rich in fiber, which supports digestive health.