Dried Fig Stars

Dried fig stars are whole dried figs that have been pressed flat into a star or flower shape, which makes them easy to stack, store and share. They are naturally chewy with a sweet taste and small crunchy seeds. Many people enjoy them on their own as a snack, with tea or coffee, or alongside cheese, walnuts and other nuts on a breakfast or mezze table. They can also be chopped into oatmeal, yogurt, salads and baked goods, or simmered into jams and sauces. Dried fig stars are sold by weight in the pantry section at Dekenet Al Nes in Baaqline, in the Chouf. As a package-free grocery store, Dekenet Al Nes encourages customers to bring their own containers or bags and fill them with the amount they need, helping cut down on single-use packaging.