Question: what fruits are like figs?
Answer: What is Figs? Figs are a fruit that dates back to biblical times. The fig was found in Europe, Asia and Africa and is found almost world-wide today. ... 
Substitute for Figs. You can substitute pears, nectarines or fresh apricots.
Equivalents. 1 lb fresh figs = 12 small, 9 medium whole.