Exquisite Cranberry-Apple Dinner Compote

Ingredients

- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/2 cup caramelized onions
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground clove
- 1 star anise pod

Instructions

1. Preparation: Thoroughly rinse cranberries, raspberries, apples, and pears under cold water. Prepare the remaining ingredients as per the measurements and descriptions above.

2. Mix Initial Ingredients: In a medium-sized pot, combine the cranberries, orange juice, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and the juice and zest of one lemon. Mix well to dissolve the sugar slightly.

3. Cook the Base: Place the pot on the stove over medium heat. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Let it cook for approximately PT10M (10 minutes) until cranberries begin to soften and pop.

4. Add Fruits and Spices: Stir in the diced apples, diced pears, and jalapeño. Sprinkle the cinnamon, clove, and add the star anise. Stir well to ensure even distribution of spices. Cook for an additional PT15M (15 minutes), stirring occasionally.

5. Incorporate Caramelized Onions and Raspberries: Add the caramelized onions and fresh raspberries to the mixture. Stir gently to combine. Continue to simmer for PT5M (5 minutes) until the fruits are tender and the mixture thickens slightly.

6. Finish and Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more sugar or lemon juice to balance the flavors as desired. Remove the star anise pod before serving.

7. Cool and Serve: Allow the compote to cool slightly before serving or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use. Serve as a vibrant side dish for your dinner spread.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT15M
15 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT30M
30 minutes

Total Time

PT45M
45 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner, Side Dish

Keywords

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Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Approximately 650 calories total

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