Poached Red Pear Zinfandel
Transform your dessert game with this sophisticated recipe for Poached Red Pear Zinfandel, a stunning combination of tender, ruby-hued pears and a spiced red wine reduction. Perfect for entertaining or an indulgent treat, this dish features red pears gently poached in a fragrant mixture of Zinfandel wine, orange zest, cinnamon, star anise, and vanilla bean. The pears absorb the wine's deep, fruity essence while maintaining their natural sweetness, and the reduced poaching liquid transforms into a luscious syrup for serving. With just 15 minutes of prep and simple simmering techniques, you can create an eye-catching dessert that is as elegant as it is flavorful. Serve with a drizzle of syrup and a fresh mint garnish for a touch of finesse, ideal for dinner parties or holiday celebrations.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Red pears (e.g., Bosc or Anjou)
- 750 ml Zinfandel wine (dry red)
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 piece Orange (zested)
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 2 pieces Star anise
- 1 piece Vanilla bean (split and seeded)
- 250 ml Water
- 4 pieces Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the red pears, leaving the stems intact. Slice a small amount off the bottom of each pear so they stand upright.
In a medium saucepan, combine the Zinfandel wine, water, granulated sugar, orange zest, cinnamon stick, star anise, and vanilla bean (including the seeds).
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
Reduce the heat to low and carefully place the peeled pears into the saucepan, ensuring they are mostly submerged in the liquid.
Simmer the pears for 25-30 minutes, turning them occasionally so they cook evenly and absorb the red wine mixture. They should be tender when pierced with a knife but not falling apart.
Once the pears are cooked, remove them from the saucepan using a slotted spoon and set them aside to cool slightly.
Increase the heat to medium-high and boil the poaching liquid until it reduces to a thick, syrupy consistency (about 7-10 minutes).
To serve, place each pear upright on a plate, drizzle with the reduced wine syrup, and garnish with fresh mint leaves (if desired).
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1697 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 54 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 297.9 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.7 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 232.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2107 mg | 45% | |
*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.
