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
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
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Charles Bender
[email protected]This compote is a great way to add a touch of sweetness to your favorite dishes. I love adding it to oatmeal, yogurt, and even grilled chicken.
Luis Velez
[email protected]This compote is a great addition to any cheese plate. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
Ramatu Garba
[email protected]This compote is a great way to use up leftover wine. I always have a bottle of wine open, so I'm always looking for new ways to use it.
Gerry Zig
[email protected]I love that this compote is so versatile. I can use it in so many different ways.
Butterfly Diamond
[email protected]This compote is a great gift for friends and family. It's a delicious and thoughtful way to show them how much you care.
Mirabel Undelikwo
[email protected]I made this compote for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone was asking for the recipe.
Jennifer Burke
[email protected]This compote is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits. My kids love the sweet and tangy flavor.
Journee Cally
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of dried fruit, but this compote has changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious, I can't get enough of it.
Elendu Franca
[email protected]This compote is a great way to add a touch of elegance to any meal. It's perfect for special occasions or everyday dinners.
Rana Al Rifai
[email protected]I love the fact that this compote is made with all-natural ingredients. It's a healthy and delicious treat that I can feel good about giving to my family.
Oliver Alway
[email protected]This compote is delicious on its own, but it's also great served over yogurt, ice cream, or pancakes.
Abeed Khan
[email protected]I've made this compote several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for when you need a quick and easy dessert.
Leo Tygon
[email protected]This compote is a great way to use up leftover dried fruit. I always have a jar of it on hand for breakfast, snacks, and desserts.
Johnanna Hartman
[email protected]I love the combination of spices in this compote. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Jam Asghar offical
[email protected]This is my new favorite compote recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.
Lil McGonagal
[email protected]I made this compote for my holiday party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation.
Levi Ponce
[email protected]This compote is a delicious and easy way to enjoy dried fruit. The spices give it a warm and festive flavor, and the fruit is perfectly tender and juicy.