Kalamata figs are among the best known dried figs of Greece. This 450 g pack comes from Alfa Messinias, a producer based in Meligala in the Messinia region; the figs are flattened, arranged in a neat round and wrapped in clear film. Dried figs have a naturally honeyed sweetness, a soft chew and tiny crunchy seeds in every bite.
In the Turkish kitchen dried figs are everyday food. Serve them as part of a kahvaltı spread with white cheese and walnuts, chop them into oatmeal or yoghurt, or simmer them with a little water, cinnamon and cloves for a quick compote. They are also good stuffed with a walnut half, added to a tray of baked lamb or chicken for a sweet contrast, or eaten on their own with tea in the afternoon.
The label carries the producer's details and a weight of 450 g. Nutrition values are printed on the pack label, so please check your pack for the exact figures. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, keep the pack closed after opening and, in warm weather, keep it in the refrigerator.