Honeydew Compote With Lime, Ginger & a Hint of Serrano |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 120 Minutes |
Ready In: 135 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Infusing lime juice with hot pepper, lime zest and ginger makes a delightful syrup for a fresh-tasting fruit dessert. Garnished with a slice or two of good proscutto or Bayonne ham, this dish makes a nice appetizer. From Eating Well. Ingredients:
2 teaspoons freshly grated lime zest |
1/2 cup fresh lime juice (4-5 limes) |
1/3 cup water |
1/3 cup sugar |
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger |
1/2 teaspoon finely slivered serrano pepper |
1 large honeydew melon, seeded and cut into chunks (about 3 poounds) |
1 1/2 teaspoons finely slivered fresh mint, for garnish |
2 fresh figs, sliced, for garnish |
Directions:
1. Combine lime zest and juice, water, sugar, ginger and serrano in a small saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes.
4. Let cool to room temperature, about 25 minutes.
5. Strain syrup into a large bowl, pressing on solids to extract maximum flavor.
6. Add melon and toss to coat.
7. Cover for at least 1 hour.
8. Sprinkle with mint and garnish with fig slices.
9. Makes 6 servings, 1 cup each.
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