Pears poached in ginger and lemon sauce

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Pears poached in ginger and lemon sauce

Pears poached in ginger and lemon sauce are a preparation that combines the delicacy of the fruit with the refreshing and aromatic touch of ginger and lemon. This recipe has its roots in European cuisine, where poaching fruits in flavored liquids is common to obtain light and elegant desserts. In Latin America, poached pears are appreciated in several countries, and although the name may vary slightly, the concept remains the same: a fruit slowly cooked in spiced or sweetened liquids. For example, in Mexico and Chile, they are simply known as "poached pears," while in Argentina, it is also common to find versions with different infusions or accompaniments like creams or ice cream.

This dessert stands out not only for its flavor but also for its soft texture and the balanced combination between the natural sweetness of the pear and the acidity of the lemon, complemented by the intense aroma of ginger. It is ideal to serve on special occasions or as a healthy and sophisticated proposal to end a meal.

How to Prepare Pears Poached in Ginger and Lemon Sauce

Ingredients: Lemon, Fresh ginger, Sugar, Water, Asian pears, Lightly sweetened whipped cream.

With a vegetable peeler, peel only the yellow part of the lemon zest.

Cut the zest into julienne strips to get 1 tablespoon.

Squeeze enough lemon to get 1 tablespoon of juice.

In a 5 to 6-quart pot, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, ginger, sugar, and 3 cups of water.

Bring to a boil.

Add the pears and more water, if necessary, to cover them.

Simmer, covered, until the pears are tender when pierced, approximately 30 minutes.

Place the pears in 6 shallow plates or shallow bowls.

Over high heat, boil the syrup uncovered until reduced to 1/2 cup, approximately 40 minutes.

Pour the syrup over the pears.

Cool, cover, and refrigerate until cold or for up to 2 days.

Pears poached in ginger and lemon sauce

Ingredients (6)

  • Lemon
  • Fresh ginger
  • Sugar
  • Water
  • Asian pears
  • Lightly sweetened whipped cream

Instructions (11 steps)

  1. 1 Using a vegetable peeler, peel only the yellow part of the lemon zest
  2. 2 Cut the zest into julienne strips to yield 1 tablespoon
  3. 3 Squeeze enough lemon to yield 1 tablespoon of juice
  4. 4 In a 5- to 6-quart pot, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, ginger, sugar, and 3 cups of water
  5. 5 Bring to a boil
  6. 6 Add the pears and more water, if necessary, to cover them
  7. 7 Simmer, covered, until the pears are tender when pierced, approximately 30 minutes
  8. 8 Place the pears in 6 shallow dishes or shallow bowls
  9. 9 Over high heat, boil the syrup uncovered until reduced to 1/2 cup, approximately 40 minutes
  10. 10 Pour the syrup over the pears
  11. 11 Cool, cover, and refrigerate until cold or for up to 2 days

Nutritional Information

Calories: 120 kcal
Protein: 1%
Carbohydrates: 10%
Fat: 0%
Sugar: 101%
Sodium: 0%

Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.

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