Fig Leaf Syrup

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Pick 4 clean, young fig leaves.
  2. 2Wash the fig leaves well.
  3. 3Toast each leaf on each side in a dry skillet until they become fragrant and deepen in color, and curl slightly.
  4. 4Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  5. 5Stir until the sugar dissolves.
  6. 6Add the toasted fig leaves to the saucepan.
  7. 7Simmer gently for 10-15 minutes (do not boil hard).
  8. 8Turn off the heat and let the leaves steep for 30-60 minutes for more flavor.
  9. 9Strain the syrup into a jar or bottle.
  10. 10Keep the syrup in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
  11. 11Add ice to a glass.
  12. 12Pour coffee into the glass with ice.
  13. 13Add milk to the coffee.
  14. 14Pour the fig leaf syrup into the coffee.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 to 4 fig leaves

Equipment

dry skilletsmall saucepanjarbottle

Tips

  • Don t let the leaves burn when toasting; a light toast is enough to bring out the coconutty oils.
  • For more flavor, let the syrup steep for 30-60 minutes after simmering.