| Organic Fig, Apricot and Apple Compote |
|
Ingredients  100g Organic Dried Figs, cut or leave whole (alternatively use Wild Persian Figs*) 100g Organic Dried Apricots 50g Organic Dried Apple, cut into small pieces (or Organic Diced Apple) 2 x Organic Cinnamon quills 1 x Organic Vanilla bean Method Add all ingredients to a saucepan and cover with water. Leave to soak overnight or for 4-6 hours. Take out vanilla bean, remove the seeds from the bean and put the seeds back in with the mixture. Bring to the boil, then simmer gently for 15-20mins or until most of the water has dissolved. Remove cinnamon quills and either puree or serve as is. To serve... This dish is delightful for breakfast with porridge & yoghurt or as a dessert, served with cream or ice-cream. My favourite way to have this dish is pureed and served warm, with Barambah Organic Bush Honey Yoghurt! Note...Most compotes are made with sugar added to the water. I find if the fruit is soaked, the water becomes very sweet from the natural fruit sugars anyway, so extra sugar is not needed. You could use any alternative dried fruit; however I love the figs in this one as the tiny seeds add a delightful crunchy texture. Organic Cranberries would work well for a more tart flavour. Some other spices that would be nice include nutmeg and cloves. Adding some lemon or orange peel would change the flavour too & I am sure would be delightful! * Remember to remove the stems from the figs before cooking or soaking. |