Best 20 Dried Fruit Compote Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with our delectable Dried Fruit Compote, a culinary symphony of sweet, tangy, and aromatic flavors. This versatile compote shines as a standalone treat or as a delightful accompaniment to an array of dishes. From breakfast bowls to yogurt parfaits, from oatmeal to pancakes, or as a topping for ice cream and cakes, this compote adds a burst of vibrant flavors to every bite.

Our recipe collection features three variations of this classic compote, each offering a unique flavor profile to tantalize your palate:

1. Classic Dried Fruit Compote: Experience the timeless harmony of dried apricots, cranberries, and raisins, simmered in a medley of orange juice, cinnamon, and a hint of honey. This traditional compote is a symphony of well-balanced flavors, perfect for everyday enjoyment.

2. Winter Spiced Dried Fruit Compote: Embark on a culinary journey with this festive compote, brimming with seasonal flavors. Dried apples, pears, and cherries dance in a chorus of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, creating a compote that evokes the magic of winter celebrations.

3. Tropical Dried Fruit Compote: Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with this vibrant compote. A medley of dried pineapple, mango, and papaya are bathed in a luscious symphony of coconut milk, lime juice, and a touch of vanilla. This tropical treat is an explosion of exotic flavors, perfect for adding a touch of sunshine to your day.

With its versatility, ease of preparation, and delightful flavors, our Dried Fruit Compote is a culinary treasure that will elevate your everyday meals into extraordinary culinary experiences.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups water, divided into 2 containers
8 ounces dried apples, pears and apricots
1/2 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
4 ounces sugar, approximately 1/2 cup
1 lemon, zested
1 cinnamon stick
1 whole clove

Steps:

  • Combine 2 cups of the water with the dried fruit in a large bowl. Let soak for 1 hour.
  • In a small saucepan, combine the remaining 2 cups of water, orange juice, sugar, and lemon zest over medium-high heat. Add the fruit and the soaking liquid to the pan. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the cinnamon and clove. Simmer 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruit has softened and the mixture has thickened. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool. Serve warm or cold.
  • Cook's Note: If using store bought dried fruit, chop the pieces into 1/2-inch chunks and simmer the mixture an additional 15 to 20 minutes.

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Spray your knife with cooking spray to prevent dried fruit from sticking to it.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups apple cider
12 dried apricots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
6 dried pear halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3/4 cup golden raisins
3/4 cup dried cherries
2 cinnamon sticks
1 half-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 pinch of freshly ground white pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce to simmer, and cook until fruit is soft and liquid is thick, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove cinnamon and ginger, and discard. Serve hot, at room temperature, or cold.

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     easy, dessert

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound mixed dried fruit: apples, apricots, pears, peaches, prunes, figs
Cold water to cover
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon honey (or to taste)
Juice 1 orange
2 tablespoons chopped toasted almonds
1 cup creme fraiche

Steps:

  • Simmer the fruit in water to cover for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until soft. Remove to a bowl and reduce liquid in saucepan to half a cup.
  • Add the orange and lemon peel, honey and orange juice. Stir until honey has melted, correct sweetening and pour the mixture over the fruit. Leave at room temperature.
  • Just before serving, sprinkle the fruit with the almonds. Serve the creme fraiche separately.

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE WITH FRESH APPLE AND PEAR



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An alcohol-free compote with a variety of dried fruit and a bright flavor. This compote, which I like to add to my morning yogurt, does not involve wine, though you could add some red or white wine for flavor if you wanted to. The sweetness will vary with the type of fruit used. If you use dried sour cherries, don't use too many, because they will give the compote too stronga sour cherry flavor. Sweet fruit, like dried apples, pears and raisins, will result in a compote with a brighter taste. Apricots are great too, contributing another rich taste layer. I add fresh apple and pear for their texture, which remains somewhat crunchy even after they simmer.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch, dessert

Time 10m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups mixed dried fruit, such as raisins (several types), apples, pears, peaches, cranberries, chopped apricots (about 1/2 pound)
2 1/2 cups water
3 tablespoons mild honey, such as clover (more to taste)
1 cinnamon stick
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 strips orange zest
1 strip lemon zest
1 firm but ripe pear, peeled, cored and diced (optional)
1 apple, preferably a slightly tart variety like Pink Lady, peeled, cored and diced (optional)
Whipped cream or plain yogurt for serving, if desired

Steps:

  • Cut large pieces of dried fruit into smaller pieces.
  • Combine all of the ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 5 minutes. Turn off heat and allow fruit to steep for 30 minutes or longer. Remove cinnamon stick and orange and lemon zest. Serve topped with whipped cream or yogurt if desired, or stir into your morning yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 39, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 4 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Provided by Joe Gannon

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Sauce     Fruit     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Prune     Pear     Apricot     Fall     Calvados     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 dried pitted prunes
12 dried apricot halves
6 dried pear halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 3/4 cups apple juice
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon Calvados (apple brandy) or brandy

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to simmer over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer until fruit is tender and juices are reduced to very thick syrup, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     dessert

Time 18m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups port wine
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup mixed dried fruit
1/2 cup dried cranberries
Low-fat vanilla frozen yogurt, desired amount
Toasted slivered almonds, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, simmer together port wine and sugar over medium-high heat until the sugar has dissolved. Add dried fruit and dried cranberries. Bring mixture to a boil and reduce to a simmer for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Serve over frozen yogurt and garnish with toasted slivered almonds.

PORK TENDERLOIN WITH CALVADOS SAUCE AND DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



Pork Tenderloin with Calvados Sauce and Dried Fruit Compote image

Provided by Joe Gannon

Categories     Milk/Cream     Dairy     Fruit     Pork     Sauté     Dinner     Dried Fruit     Pork Tenderloin     Brandy     Fall     Calvados     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 3/4- to 1-pound pork tenderloins
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 shallots, chopped
1 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup canned low-salt chicken broth
2 tablespoons Calvados (apple brandy) or brandy
Dried Fruit Compote

Steps:

  • Cut pork crosswise into 1-inch-thick medallions; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Melt butter and oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add pork and sauté until brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer pork to plate; tent with foil to keep warm. Add shallots to skillet and stir 1 minute. Add cream, broth and Calvados; boil until sauce thickens enough to coat spoon, stirring up browned bits, about 5 minutes. Season sauce with salt and pepper. Divide medallions among 6 plates. Top with sauce; serve with compote.

APRICOT DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



Apricot Dried Fruit Compote image

In rural homes in Eastern Europe summer fruits are often dried for compotes in the winter. This fruit compote is rich in apricot, prunes and raisins.

Provided by morgainegeiser

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup dried apricot halves
1/2 cup pitted prune
1/2 cup raisins
3 cups water
1/4 cup sugar
1 (2 inch) cinnamon sticks
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon orange extract
ground allspice, if desired (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients, except orange extract. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered, 20 minutes.
  • Remove and discard cinnamon stick.
  • Stir in orange extract.
  • Serve hot or cold.

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup chopped dried apples
1/3 cup chopped dried pears
1/3 cup raisins
1/3 cup dried cranberries or cherries
2/3 cup dried apricots
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
1/2 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest
1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste
1 cup water
Serving suggestion: ice cream.

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine all of the dried fruit and add enough hot water to cover by an inch. Soak for 20 minutes. Drain the mixture.
  • In a saucepan combine the fruit with the sugar, the lemon and orange zests, the lemon juice, and the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer the mixture for 10 to 20 minutes, or until the fruit is tender. Remove the pan from the heat and let the compote cool. The compote will keep for a week if covered and chilled. Serve the compote at room temperature with ice cream.

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE - POLISH KOMPOT



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Polish dried fruit compote is a dessert of stewed fruit eaten year-round in Poland, but it is especially popular in the fall and winter. It uses summer's bounty that has been preserved by drying, and then reconstituted with sugar, water and spices. It is a traditional Christmas Eve (wigilia) dessert and originally was made with 12 dried fruits to represent the 12 apostles. When made thicker, it's wonderful served on toast or ice cream. It's also a great edible gift, but it must be refrigerated. It keeps for about 1 week. Cooking time approximate. Courtesy of Barbara Rolek.

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Fruit

Time 25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 lbs dried fruits (prunes, apricots, figs, apples, peaches, pears, berries)
8 cups water
8 whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
lemon zest (optional)
1 cup sugar (to taste)

Steps:

  • Bring fruit, water, cloves, cinnamon, zest, if using, and sugar to a boil, stirring frequently.
  • Simmer, covered, for about 20 minutes or until fruit is tender and syrup has thickened slightly.
  • Add more water if you like a looser consistency or reduce by further simmering for a thicker compote.
  • Cool quickly and transfer to containers.
  • Refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 8.3, Carbohydrate 17.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 16.7, Protein 0.1

DRIED AND FRESH FRUIT COMPOTE



Dried and Fresh Fruit Compote image

Sounds great but is as yet untried by me - so many great recipes and so little time !!! Preparation/cooking time does not include time soaking overnight.

Provided by katew

Categories     Breakfast

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

160 g dried apricots
100 g dried peaches
100 g dried pears
100 g sultanas
150 g pitted prunes
2 apples
4 sticks rhubarb
2 pears
2 cinnamon sticks

Steps:

  • Mix together all dried fruits.
  • Cover with boiling water.
  • Leave in a sealed container overnight to soften.
  • Peel all fresh fruits and cut into quarters.
  • Place in saucepan and cover with water.
  • Bring to boil and simmer till soft - about 15 - 20 minutes.
  • When soft, drain and combine with drained dried fruit.
  • Allow to cool, refrigerate before serving.
  • Can be served hot or cold.

SPICED DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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The East Village Ukrainian restaurant Veselka serves the Sviata Vecheria, a traditional 12-dish dinner that is meatless and dairy-free. It is eaten before Mass on Christmas Eve and is followed, on Christmas morning, by a prodigious feast of ham and sausages. Sviata Vecheria ends with uzvar, a sweet, spiced compote of dried fruit.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     quick, dessert

Time 30m

Yield 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup dried apples, in bite-size pieces
1 cup dried pears, in bite-size pieces
1/2 cup pitted prunes
1/2 cup raisins
1 lemon, another to taste
1 cup honey, more to taste
1 cinnamon stick
4 whole cloves
2 quarts apple cider

Steps:

  • In a deep nonreactive pot, combine apples, pears, prunes and raisins. Carefully peel lemon, adding yellow peel to pot and leaving white pith behind. Squeeze juice from lemon into pot.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Liquid should cover fruit by at least one inch; add water if necessary. Cover and bring to a boil, then simmer until fruit is very tender but not mushy, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Remove and discard lemon peel, cinnamon and cloves. Taste and adjust seasonings with more honey and lemon juice; compote should not be overly sweet. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 110, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 7 milligrams, Sugar 25 grams, TransFat 0 grams

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE WITH PORT, CINNAMON, AND GINGER



Dried Fruit Compote with Port, Cinnamon, and Ginger image

Provided by Carol Gilbert

Categories     Fruit     Ginger     Dessert     Port     Winter     Vegan     Bon Appétit     California     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup water
1 cup ruby Port
1/2 cup sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
2 tablespoons finely chopped crystallized ginger
2 8-ounce bags mixed dried fruits, large pieces quartered

Steps:

  • Combine 1 cup water, Port, sugar, cinnamon sticks, and ginger in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to boil over high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add fruit. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer until fruit is tender and syrup thickens slightly, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Transfer compote to bowl. Cover and chill at least 4 hours and up to 1 day.

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE WITH GINGER SYRUP



Dried Fruit Compote with Ginger Syrup image

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Fruit     Ginger     Brunch     Dessert     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Low Sodium     Winter     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 12-ounce bottle strong ginger beer (such as Reed's)
1 cup mixed dried fruit (such as stemmed figs, apricots, cherries, prunes, raisins, and sliced candied ginger)

Steps:

  • Bring ginger beer, dried fruit, and 1 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat to low and simmer until liquid becomes syrupy and mixture is reduced to 1 1/2 cups, 35-40 minutes. Let cool completely. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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A spicy little compote that greatly benefits from a stint in the cooler! (Slightly adapted from a recipe in The All New Good Housekeeping Cook Book.) Fridge time not included in preparation time.

Provided by So Cal Gal

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup dried apricot, each cut into thirds (8 ounces)
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
3 slices lemon peel, each 3-inch x 1-inch
1 cinnamon stick, 3-inch long
4 cups unsweetened apple juice (or unsweetened apple cider)
1 cup dried pitted prunes, each cut in half (8 ounces)
1/2 cup dried tart cherry (4 ounces)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, mix together dried apricots, brown sugar, lemon peel, cinnamon stick, and unsweetened apple juice or cider; bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Transfer mixture to a large dish or bowl; and mix in dried pitted prunes, dried tart cherries, and vanilla extract. Allow compote to cool completely; then remove lemon peel and cinnamon stick, cover, and refrigerate for at least 24 hours--or up to a week (compote thickens, and flavor develops, during fridge time).
  • Stir compote before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159, Fat 0.3, Sodium 8.6, Carbohydrate 40.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 34.4, Protein 1

BREAKFAST COUSCOUS WITH DRIED-FRUIT COMPOTE



Breakfast Couscous with Dried-fruit compote image

Provided by Maggie Ruggiero

Categories     Tea     Breakfast     Brunch     Quick & Easy     Mother's Day     Dried Fruit     Almond     Healthy     Cinnamon     Couscous     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

For compote:
1 1/4 cups water
3 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
1 1/2 cups mixed dried fruit such as apricots, cherries, cranberries, and apples, chopped if large
1 tea bag of black tea such as orange pekoe or English breakfast
1 to 3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
For couscous:
1 cup couscous
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Accompaniments: chopped toasted almonds; warm milk for drizzling

Steps:

  • Make compote:
  • Simmer water, sugar, and fruit in a small saucepan over medium heat, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until liquid just starts to become syrupy, about 8 minutes. Add tea bag and let steep off heat while making couscous.
  • Make couscous:
  • Cook couscous in butter in a heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring, until pale golden, about 2 minutes. Off heat, stir in water, cinnamon, and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Cover tightly. Let stand 5 minutes, then fluff.

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE WITH CHEVRE



Dried Fruit Compote With Chevre image

Mound this wine-scented and herb-flavored fruit mixture over a round of fresh chevre (goat cheese) and accompany the colorful creation with thin slices of French baguette or mild flavored crackers. No need to follow the dried fruit quantities or choices exactly; use about 1 ½ cups total fruit, taking into account that a colorful variety will make the most stunning presentation. Recipe by: Paulette Mitchell

Provided by Impera_Magna

Categories     Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup sauterne (or other sweet white wine)
1/4 cup light raisins
1/4 cup dried blueberries
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup finely chopped dried dates
1/4 cup finely chopped dried fig
1/4 cup finely chopped dried apricot
1 lemon, zest of, thin strips
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
2 green onions, finely chopped (both white and green parts)
6 -8 ounces chevre cheese

Steps:

  • Bring the wine to a simmer in a small saucepan; remove from the heat. Add the raisins, blueberries, cranberries, dates, figs, and apricots; cover and let stand until the fruit is softened, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together the remaining ingredients, except the green onions and chevre.
  • When the fruit has softened, stir in the green onions and the lemon juice mixture.
  • Transfer the fruit compote to a covered container (preferably glass) and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
  • To serve, form the chevre into a 1 ½-inch thick round. Place the cheese on a platter; top and surround it with the fruit compote and its juices. Serve with a basket of bread or crackers; provide cheese spreaders and small spoons for serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 967, Fat 61.5, SaturatedFat 27.2, Cholesterol 89.6, Sodium 596.4, Carbohydrate 86.5, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 68.6, Protein 28

OATMEAL WITH DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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This healthy (no salt, no sugar added)breakfast is "fast" food at it's best. Together golden raisins, apricots and cranberries make a colorful compote. For make ahead meals, place oatmeal/compote layers in individual covered containers and refrigerate (or pop a few in the freezer) until ready to reheat in the microwave. We serve this topped with warm milk or cream. What a great way to start the day!

Provided by Aroostook

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 13 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups water
1 cup golden raisin
1 cup raisins
1 cup dried apricot (snipped small)
1 cup dried cranberries or 1 cup dried cherries (Substitute any of these dried fruits with your favorite if you wish)
13 cups water
6 1/2 cups quick-cooking oatmeal
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

Steps:

  • This recipe makes enough compote for 13 servings (a complete 18oz container of quick cooking oatmeal); Or you can store compote in the fridge while you make individual servings of oatmeal.
  • Compote.
  • In a medium saucepan combine fruit and water.
  • Bring to a slow boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Oatmeal.
  • In a large saucepan bring water to a full boil.
  • Add rolled oats, reduce heat to medium and stir for 1 minute.
  • Cover and let set for 5-10 minutes until oatmeal is “set”.
  • To serve: Place a layer of oatmeal and a layer of compote in a bowl.
  • Repeat.
  • Sprinkle top with a dusting of cinnamon (optional).
  • Serve topped with warm milk or cream.
  • (optional).

KHOSHAF -- DRIED FRUIT AND NUT COMPOTE (IRAN -- MIDDLE EAST)



Khoshaf -- Dried Fruit and Nut Compote (Iran -- Middle East) image

This recipe of soaked rather than stewed dried fruit was found in the 2002 cookbook, Mediterranean Street Food. Almost all of the long preparation time is the PASSIVE time needed for the fruits & nuts to soak.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Sauces

Time 4h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup seedless raisin
1 cup dried apricot, pitted, halved
1/3 cup almonds, blanched, halved
1/3 cup pistachio nut
1/3 cup walnuts
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons orange blossom water

Steps:

  • Rinse raisins & dried apricot halves under cold water, then place in a bowl, cover with 1 quart of cold water & let soak 2-3 hours.
  • Put nuts in a bowl & cover with boiling water & let soak 45 minutes to soften them & freshen their taste.
  • Transfer fruit & its macerating liquid to a serving bowl, then add the sugar & orange blossom water. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
  • Rinse & drain the nuts & add to the fruit, mixing well.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate.

MOM'S SUGAR FREE POACHED DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



Mom's Sugar Free Poached Dried Fruit Compote image

My Dad was a diebetic most of his life and loved his sweets. My Mom found this recipe years ago and made it for him and never told him that there was no sugar in it. Back then she got her dried fruits at the farmer's market. I found her recipe the other day in my recipe box and thought I'd make it. It turned out great.

Provided by Norma DeRemer

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 oz mixed dried fruit, such as apricots, pears, apples and prunes
1 1/2 c water
1/2 c white wine, ( white grape juice may be substituted ).
2 cinnamon sticks
4 whole cloves

Steps:

  • 1. Combine all ingredients in medium saucepan.
  • 2. Bring to a boil ove high heat.
  • 3. Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes or until fruit is tender.
  • 4. Remove from heat and cool. Discard cinnamon sticks and cloves.
  • 5. Serve warm, at room temperature or chilled in individual bowls.
  • 6. * I spooned fat free vanilla yogart over top for myself.

Tips:

  • Choose a variety of dried fruits: This will give your compote a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include apricots, cranberries, raisins, figs, and cherries.
  • Soak the dried fruits before cooking: This will help them to rehydrate and plump up. You can soak them in water, juice, or even wine.
  • Use a slow cooker or Dutch oven: This will allow the compote to cook slowly and evenly. You can also make compote in a regular saucepan, but be sure to stir it frequently.
  • Add spices and flavors: You can add a variety of spices and flavors to your compote, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla, or orange zest. This will help to enhance the flavor of the dried fruits.
  • Sweeten the compote to taste: You can use sugar, honey, or maple syrup to sweeten your compote. Be sure to taste it as you go, so that you don't add too much sweetener.
  • Serve the compote warm or cold: Compote can be served warm or cold. It's a great addition to breakfast, lunch, or dinner. You can also use it as a filling for pies, tarts, and other desserts.

Conclusion:

Dried fruit compote is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It's a great way to use up leftover dried fruits, and it's also a healthy and affordable snack or dessert. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a dried fruit compote recipe that everyone will love.

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