Oranges with Star Anise Thai Style
Brighten up your dessert game with Oranges with Star Anise Thai Style, a refreshing and aromatic treat that blends citrusy sweetness with exotic spice. This quick and easy recipe features juicy orange slices drizzled with a luxurious syrup infused with the warm, licorice-like notes of star anise, a hint of lime for zesty tang, and the subtle caramel undertones of palm sugar. A touch of optional chili flakes adds a gentle kick, while fresh mint leaves provide a vibrant finish. Perfect as a light dessert or a palate-cleansing snack, this Thai-inspired dish is as visually stunning as it is flavorful. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s ideal for anyone looking to add a touch of tropical elegance to their table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Oranges
- 4 whole Star anise
- 1 medium Lime
- 2 tablespoons Palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 cup Water
- 10 small Fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 teaspoons Optional: chili flakes
Instructions
Peel the oranges, removing all white pith, and slice them into thin rounds. Arrange the slices on a serving platter.
In a small saucepan, combine the water, palm sugar, and star anise. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes to allow the star anise to infuse its flavor into the syrup.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the syrup cool for a few minutes. Once cool, strain the syrup to remove the star anise pieces.
Squeeze the juice of the lime into the syrup and stir well. For a touch of heat, add a pinch of chili flakes (optional).
Drizzle the flavored syrup over the orange slices evenly.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a burst of color and a hint of freshness.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes for a chilled dessert. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
448 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.2 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.0 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.4 g | ||
| Protein | 9.3 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 423 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1326 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
