How To Buy Figs ✦ [LATEST]

Extremely sweet, sticky, and purple-black. Great for eating plain or with cheese.

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Give it a very gentle squeeze. It should feel like a soft marshmallow or a ripe peach. It should yield easily but not feel mushy or "liquidy" inside.

Milder and less sweet than the Mission. They have a more robust, "meaty" texture that holds up well in salads. Extremely sweet, sticky, and purple-black

Small splits or cracks in the skin are actually a good sign. It means the fruit has stretched to its limit with sugar and moisture.

It should feel heavy for its size, indicating a lot of moisture and sugar. For financial advice, consult a professional

If it smells like wine or vinegar, the sugars have begun to ferment. This happens quickly with figs, so avoid any that have a sharp or tangy scent. 4. Know Your Varieties Each fig has a slightly different flavor profile: