Fig

There are hundreds of varieties of figs, all having in common a soft flesh with a plenitude of tiny edible seeds. They range in color from purple-black to almost white and in shape from round to oval. They're extremely perishable and should be used soon after they're purchased. Figs may be stored in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days. They're also sold candied, dried or canned in sugar syrup or water. . Fig concentrate is a thick, syrupy, seedless puree of figs. It's used to flavor cakes and other desserts, as well as for a topping over ice cream, fruit, cake and so on. All figs are a good source of iron, calcium and phosphorus.