Turkish Poached Apricots
Turkish Poached Apricots are a luscious dessert featuring tender apricots gently poached in a fragrant syrup, infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon and cardamom. This delightful dish evokes nostalgia and warmth, making it perfect for family gatherings or an indulgent treat after a long day. Serve them warm or chilled, drizzled with syrup, for a versatile and impressive dessert that will leave a lasting impression on your guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
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- 8 fresh apricots, halved and pitted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups water
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 cardamom pods, lightly crushed
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash the apricots, halve them, and remove the pits.
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods, and lemon juice. Heat over medium until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the halved apricots to the syrup and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender but firm.
- Remove apricots with a slotted spoon and set on a serving dish.
- Simmer the syrup uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Drizzle the syrup over the apricots before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 half of an apricot (approximately 50g)
- Calories: 69
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Use ripe apricots for optimal sweetness; avoid under-ripe ones to ensure tenderness. - For added flavor, experiment with spices like cloves or add citrus zest. - Dried apricots can be used; soak them in warm water for an hour before poaching.