Compote of fresh pears and dried fruits
4 servings
20 minutes
Compote of fresh pears and dried fruits is a cozy drink filled with the aroma of vanilla, cinnamon, and citrus notes. Pears soaked in gentle syrup become soft and juicy, while dried fruits add a rich, layered flavor. This compote is a classic of Russian cuisine known for its warmth and soulfulness. It can be served as a standalone dessert, especially paired with Greek yogurt, or used as a base for more complex culinary experiments. It warms wonderfully on cool days and refreshes in summer heat, offering a balance between the sweetness of honey and the light tartness of lemon juice. Pears stewed in spices turn an ordinary drink into true delight that awakens memories of home comfort.
1
Using a fruit knife, carefully peel the pears, keeping the stem intact. Remove the cores with a special knife. Place them in a wide-bottomed pot in a single layer and cover with water completely.
- Pears: 8 pieces
- Apple juice: 100 ml
2
Add a split vanilla pod, a cinnamon stick, cloves, honey, orange zest, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer on very low for 10-15 minutes. Turn off the burner. Pour a small amount of the resulting syrup into a separate bowl and add the dried fruits to it. Leave the pears and dried fruits overnight.
- Vanilla: 1 stem
- Cinnamon: 1 piece
- Carnation: 4 pieces
- Honey: 6 tablespoons
- Orange zest: 10 g
- Lemon juice: 20 ml
- Dried fruits: 300 g
3
The next day, cut the pears in half and combine the dried fruits with the pear compote. Remove the vanilla and cinnamon, and pour in the apple juice. Serve with Greek yogurt.
- Pears: 8 pieces
- Dried fruits: 300 g
- Apple juice: 100 ml