Grilled Apples with Candied Ginger
4 servings
30 minutes
Grilled apples with candied ginger are an amazing blend of simplicity and sophistication. This dessert hails from Russian culinary traditions, where baked apples have long been valued for their rich flavor and tender texture. The grill gives the fruits a thin caramelized crust, while apricot jam and ginger fill them with sweetness and a spicy note. Delicate butter adds depth to the aroma, and ice cream turns the dish into a true gastronomic masterpiece. Perfect as a conclusion to a cozy home dinner or summer picnic, this dessert not only delights the taste but also provides a sense of warmth and comfort.
1
Preheat the grill to medium heat.
2
Remove the cores of the apples in a conical shape without cutting through.
3
Place the apples hole side up on square sheets of foil. Pour 1 tsp of water into each apple, then add 1 tsp of apricot jam, 1/2 tsp of candied ginger, and 1/4 tsp of butter. On top of the filling, add another 1 tsp of apricot jam.
- Apple: 4 pieces
- Apricot jam: 1 glass
- Crystallized ginger: 40 g
- Butter: 1.5 tablespoon
4
Wrap the apples tightly in foil, securing the edges over the core for easy opening. Grill for 20 minutes or until softened, turning 3-4 times during this time (do not turn the apples hole side down). Remove from the grill and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Apple: 4 pieces
5
Heat the remaining 1/2 cup of jam, 2 tbsp of candied ginger, 1 tbsp of butter, and 1/4 cup of water in a saucepan. Let it boil for 1 minute.
- Apricot jam: 1 glass
- Crystallized ginger: 40 g
- Butter: 1.5 tablespoon
- Apple: 4 pieces
6
Serving: carefully remove the foil from the apples, gently press each apple to enlarge the hole. Insert 1 scoop of ice cream into each apple, drizzle with warm sauce.
- Vanilla ice cream: 1 glass