SPICED DRIED FRUIT SALAD

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When served warm this is a great fruit dessert for those cold winter nights. I serve it with good quality Greek yoghurt. Or, serve it chilled with icecream. Or with pancakes for breakfast. This is a favourite with my family. It can be varied infinitely too - so don't worry if you don't have all the ingredients. This comes from Stephanie Alexander's Cooks Companion. Australian measurements used.

Provided by auntchelle

Categories     Dessert

Time 38m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

30 g dried apples
50 g dried apricots
30 g dried figs
30 g dried pears
30 g dried peaches
1/2 cinnamon stick
2 cloves
1 teaspoon honey
1 pinch powdered saffron
1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or 1/2 vanilla bean, split
1 strip lemon zest
20 g slivered almonds (or flaked)
20 g shelled pistachios
orange flower water or orange oil, essence

Steps:

  • Put all the dried fruit plus the cinnamon, cloves, honey, saffron, vanilla and lemon zest into a sauce pan. Add cold water to just barely cover the fruit.
  • Place on stove on a low-medium heat and slowly bring to simmering point. Cook for 15 minutes, gently stirring once during this time. Remove from heat.
  • Cool to desired serving temperature - remove cinnamon & cloves (if you can find them). Just before serving stir in the almonds, pistachios and a few drops of orange flower water (or to taste).
  • Note: if you prefer you can place the cinnamon & cloves into a muslin bag to make removal easier.

Dq Dw
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the combination of spices and dried fruits. It's the perfect snack or side dish.


Hasan Sardar
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I'm not a big fan of dried fruit, but this salad is amazing. The spices and honey really balance out the sweetness of the fruit. I'll definitely be making this again.


Essau Mabasa
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This is the best dried fruit salad I've ever had. The spices really make all the difference. I'll definitely be making this again.


Wakeel Abbasi
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation. It's definitely a recipe I'll be making again and again.


David Miller
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover spices. I always have a jar of pumpkin pie spice on hand, and it works perfectly in this recipe.


badiru lb
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I love the bright and cheerful colors of this salad. It's a feast for the eyes.


McXavin Proccy
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It's even better the next day.


Aleeza Iqbal
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I'm definitely going to make this salad again. It's a new family favorite.


stanley rabothata
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Yadeta Tesfaye
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This salad is so easy to make. I just threw everything in a bowl and mixed it up.


ch husnain
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I love the combination of spices in this salad. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Elizabeth Johnson
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover dried fruit. It's also a great option for a quick and easy snack.


Crystal Hill
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I'm not usually a fan of dried fruit, but this salad changed my mind. It's so flavorful and addictive.


DJ Anup Roy
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This is my new favorite way to eat dried fruit. The spices really bring out the natural sweetness of the fruits.


Fouad Husam
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation.


Asher Palmer
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This dried fruit salad is a delicious and healthy snack or side dish. The spices add a warm and inviting flavor, and the dried fruits provide a chewy and satisfying texture.


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