You can eat fig skin. The skin of a fig is edible and often contributes to the fruit's flavor and texture. Some fig varieties have thin, delicate skins, while others may have thicker, chewy skins that add a pleasant contrast to the soft pulp. The skin can sometimes have unique flavors like bitterness, nuttiness, or spice depending on the variety. However, underripe figs may have skin with a bitter or grassy taste, so it's best to eat fully ripe figs for the best experience. The skin also contains valuable nutrients and fiber, making it beneficial to eat the fig whole with the skin. If the skin's texture is not appealing, some people choose to peel it off, but generally, eating the whole fig, including the skin, is recommended.