South Seas Compote
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this vibrant and luscious South Seas Compote, a dessert bursting with exotic flavors and natural sweetness. Featuring a medley of pineapple, mango, papaya, and kiwi, this compote is simmered in a fragrant coconut water syrup infused with lime juice, warm cinnamon, vanilla, and star anise. The gently cooked fruit preserves its juicy texture while absorbing the rich, spiced essence of the syrup. Perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy, this easy-to-make treat is ready in just 25 minutes and can be served warm or chilled for a refreshing finish. Garnish with fresh mint for a touch of elegance and pair it with ice cream, yogurt, or simply enjoy it on its own. This tropical fruit compote is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion, combining vibrant flavors with a sophisticated flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups pineapple chunks
- 1 cup mango chunks
- 1 cup papaya chunks
- 2 pieces kiwi, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup coconut water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 whole star anise
- 4 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut water, fresh lime juice, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and star anise.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has dissolved completely. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and carefully add the pineapple, mango, and papaya chunks to the saucepan. Stir gently to coat the fruit in the spiced syrup.
Let the fruit simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld while keeping the fruit from becoming too soft.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the compote cool to room temperature. Discard the star anise.
Once cooled, gently fold in the sliced kiwi for a pop of color and texture.
Serve the compote in dessert bowls, garnished with a sprig of fresh mint, if desired.
For a chilled dessert, refrigerate the compote for 1-2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
684 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.8 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 269 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 173.4 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.4 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 132.3 g | ||
| Protein | 9.0 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 2161 mg | 46% | |
*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.
