Stewed Rhubarb
Transform your seasonal produce into a vibrant, tangy delight with this easy Stewed Rhubarb recipe. Featuring just five simple ingredients—fresh rhubarb stalks, a touch of sugar, water, zesty lemon juice, and an optional hint of vanilla—this recipe is a quick and delicious way to highlight rhubarb's unique flavor. In just 25 minutes, the rhubarb softens into a luscious, chunky sauce that's perfect as a topping for yogurt, oatmeal, pancakes, or even ice cream. This versatile dish can also be served warm or chilled, making it a year-round favorite for breakfast, dessert, or a stand-alone treat. Healthy, simple, and packed with flavor, this stewed rhubarb adds a sweet-tart twist to any meal while showcasing the natural beauty of vibrant, rosy stalks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams rhubarb stalks
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 60 milliliters water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Wash the rhubarb stalks thoroughly and trim off the leaves (if present) as they are toxic. Slice the stalks into 2 cm (1 inch) chunks.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rhubarb chunks, granulated sugar, water, and lemon juice.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture to ensure the sugar starts to dissolve.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a lid.
Let the rhubarb stew for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it softens and begins to break down. The rhubarb should have a thick and chunky consistency.
If desired, stir in the vanilla extract at the end of cooking for added flavor.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the stewed rhubarb to cool slightly.
Serve warm or chilled as a topping for desserts, breakfast dishes, or enjoy it on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
501 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 23 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.2 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 106.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 435 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 1462 mg | 31% | |
*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.
