Description
Indulge in the delicate sweetness of Honey Spice Poached Pears, gently infused with ginger, cinnamon, and cardamom, served on a bed of creamy Greek yogurt and topped with crunchy roasted nuts.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 ripe Bosc pears
- 4 cups water
- 2/3 cup honey
- 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled
- 1 whole star anise (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (or 1 whole cinnamon stick)
- 4 green cardamom pods
For Serving:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup roasted nuts, chopped
- Honey, for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare Pears: Peel, core, and trim pears.
- Make Poaching Liquid: Combine water, honey, ginger, spices in a pot.
- Poach Pears: Simmer pears in liquid until tender.
- Reduce Liquid: Simmer remaining liquid to thicken.
- Serve: Place pears on yogurt, top with nuts, and drizzle with syrup.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm Bosc pears for best results.
- Handle poached pears gently to prevent breakage.
- Star anise adds aromatic flair but can be omitted.
- Maple syrup can be a honey substitute for a different flavor.
- Ensure gentle heat during poaching to avoid overcooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear with toppings
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg