Embark on a culinary journey with our enticing collection of fruit-poached and marinated recipes, where fresh fruits dance harmoniously with aromatic spices and tangy marinades, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Indulge in the classic delight of poached pears, swathed in a luscious bath of red wine, cinnamon, and star anise, their velvety texture and subtle sweetness a perfect complement to the rich, spiced syrup. Discover the vibrant flavors of apricot and orange compote, where sun-kissed apricots and zesty oranges mingle in a harmonious blend, their natural tartness balanced by a hint of honey and vanilla.
Be captivated by the tangy allure of pickled peaches, infused with a symphony of spices and vinegar, their firm flesh and vibrant hue adding a burst of piquant flavor to salads, sandwiches, and charcuterie boards. Experience the exotic charm of Moroccan preserved lemons, their aromatic peel imbued with the essence of salt, garlic, and preserved lemons, adding a burst of tangy, citrusy goodness to tagines, stews, and dressings. Explore the culinary versatility of quince paste, its sweet and tangy flavor a perfect accompaniment to cheeseboards, pastries, and savory dishes alike. Delight in the refreshing simplicity of marinated berries, their natural sweetness enhanced by a touch of citrus zest and honey, making them a perfect summer treat or elegant dessert garnish.
RUM POACHED PEARS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: pears, water, sugar, rum, vanilla extract, vanilla ice cream, dark chocolate
Provided by Tasty
Categories Desserts
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel the pears and cut the bottoms out, but leave the stems intact.
- Mix the water, sugar, rum, and vanilla in a large pot. Set to medium heat.
- Add the pears. Cover with a lid and simmer for about 40 minutes, turning occasionally. Cook until soft and golden (this can take less time depending on the ripeness of your pears.
- Scoop out the pears and place upright on a dish. At this point you can cook the liquid longer until it becomes a syrup, or ladle a small amount directly onto the pears right away.
- Add optional ice cream.
- Melt some dark chocolate and spoon it onto the pear or your favorite toppings like nuts!
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 60 grams
POACHED FRUIT
Disguise your favorite fruit as a sweet, relatively healthy treat.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, combine wine, sugar, cinnamon sticks, lemon peel, and 5 cups water. Place over medium heat, and stir until sugar is dissolved. Gently place nectarines in the liquid. Add more water if needed to cover nectarines. Place a square of cheesecloth over the fruit, and top with a small plate to keep fruit submerged.
- Increase heat to high, and bring liquid to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, and cook until nectarines are tender but not soft, about 5 minutes. Remove nectarines from liquid, and allow to cool
- Return liquid to a boil, and cook until reduced to a syrup that will coat the back of spoon, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat, and cool.
- Cut nectarines in half, and remove pit. Place two halves on serving plate. Drizzle with syrup. Top each half with a dollop of creme fraiche and a sprig of mint.
FRUIT, POACHED AND MARINATED
Fruit compotes make great compromise desserts; they're sweet, but not as sweet as sorbets, and like sorbets they don't require flour, butter or pastry skills. I didn't develop any kind of knack for pastry until I began collaborating with pastry chefs on their cookbooks, but for years I managed to round out my dinner parties with fruit-based desserts(though the children of my friend Clifford Wright used to roll their eyes when I brought dessert - "She doesn't bring dessert, she brings fruit," they'd say). I revisited some of those desserts this week, particularly various fruits poached in wine, and I still find them delightful. I find that I'm sometimes negligent about eating fruit in the colder months, but not when I have some wine-poached pears, bananas or prunes in the refrigerator. I am as likely to stir the fruit, with its luscious syrup, into my morning yogurt as to eat it for dessert, andthe compotes are good keepers. Early spring is an in-between time for fruit. Stone fruits aren't ready yet and it's not really apple, pear or citrus season either, though all of those fall-winter fruits are still available. I poached pears in red wine and bananas in white wine, and used dried fruits for two of my compotes, prunes poached in red wine and a dried-fruit compote to which I also added a fresh apple and pear. For the last compote of the week I combined blood oranges and pink grapefruit in arefreshing citrus-caramel syrup, and topped the fruit with pomegranate seeds. Even if my friend's kids wouldn't agree, this was definitely dessert. Bananas Poached in Vanilla-Scented Chardonnay Summary:Don't overcook the bananas in this easy dish, and you'll be rewarded with a fragrant, delicious dessert. I am usually not one forbananas in desserts, but this, if you're careful not to overcook the bananas, is heavenly. Years ago, in the early days of my career as a vegetarian caterer, I made it often; it was one of my most requested desserts. These days I'm as likely to spoon some of the bananas with their fragrant syrup into a bowl of morning yogurt as I am to serve it after a meal.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch, dessert
Time 15m
Yield Serves 6 to 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pour chardonnay into a medium saucepan. Using the tip of a paring knife, scrape seeds from vanilla bean halves into wine and add pods. Add honey, cinnamon stick, raisins or currants, and dried apples and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, fill a bowl with water and add lemon juice. Peel bananas; cut them in half lengthwise and then in 2-inch pieces, and immediately place in the acidulated water. (This prevents bananas from discoloring.)
- Drain bananas and add to simmering wine. Add nutmeg. Returnmixture to a simmer, cover and simmer 5 more minutes. Remove from heat. Add almonds. Remove cinnamon stick and if you wish, add a little more nutmeg. Serve warm, topped with whipped cream or plain yogurt if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 196, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 5 milligrams, Sugar 24 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PERFECT POACHED FRUIT
Steps:
- Place the vin santo, sugar, cinnamon, cloves, vanilla bean, and zests in a large, shallow saucepan with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact, and scoop out the seeds from the bottom with an apple corer or melon baller. Lay half the pears on their sides in the poaching liquid and simmer for 20 minutes, carefully turning the pears once with a spoon. Remove with a slotted spoon. Poach the remaining pears in the same liquid. Snip off the hard stems from the figs with scissors. Add the figs, apricots, prunes, and the first batch of poached pears and simmer 5 to 10 more minutes, until the pears and the dried fruit are all tender.
- Chill the pears, dried fruit, zests, and poaching liquid. Remove the cinnamon, cloves, and vanilla bean before serving if you like.
Tips:
- Choose ripe, seasonal fruit: This will ensure the best flavor and texture.
- Use a variety of fruits: This will create a more interesting and visually appealing dish.
- Poach the fruit in a flavorful liquid: This could be anything from simple syrup to wine or fruit juice.
- Let the fruit cool completely before marinating it: This will help the marinade to penetrate the fruit.
- Use a flavorful marinade: This could be anything from a simple mixture of olive oil and herbs to a more complex sauce.
- Let the fruit marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight: The longer the fruit marinates, the more flavorful it will be.
- Serve the fruit chilled or at room temperature: Both options are delicious.
Conclusion:
Fruit poaching and marinating is a simple but delicious way to enjoy fresh fruit. By following these tips, you can create a variety of flavorful and visually appealing dishes that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a refreshing snack, a light dessert, or a unique side dish, fruit poaching and marinating is a great option.
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