Prunes with walnuts in orange sauce

6 servings

90 minutes

Prunes with walnuts in orange sauce is a refined dessert with a harmonious blend of sweetness, tartness, and nutty richness. This recipe has roots in European culinary tradition, where dried fruits and nuts were often used to create sophisticated treats. The soft prunes soaked in orange juice become tender and juicy, while the walnuts add a crunchy texture and depth of flavor. Light caramelization of sugar during cooking gives the sauce a velvety consistency and subtle citrus aroma. The dish is perfect for concluding a meal – it is served with tea, especially mint tea that highlights the freshness of the orange. This dessert delights the taste and warms the soul, creating an atmosphere of homey comfort and sophistication.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 406.7
• Proteins: 6.2g
• Fats: 11.9g
• Carbohydrates: 73.6g

Ingredients

• Prunes: 500 g
• Oranges: 6 pc
• Walnuts: 100 g
• Sugar: 50 g

Cooking steps

1. Prepare all the ingredients.

2. Extract juice with pulp from oranges.

   Required ingredients:

   • Oranges: 6 pieces

3. Stuff prunes (pitted) with walnuts and simmer in a pot with orange juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Prunes: 500 g
   • Walnuts: 100 g
   • Oranges: 6 pieces

4. Add sugar there and place the pot on low heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 50 g

5. In an hour and a half, its contents can be served with tea. Mint, without sugar.