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Rhubarb and Strawberry Compote

Rhubarb and Strawberry Compote

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Rhubarb Strawberries Mother's Day Breakfast Dessert Jam Vegetarian Condiments Oranges Fruit Brunch Pastries Sugar Pancakes Spring Summer Easy
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Rhubarb and Strawberry Compote
10 to 12 servings Easy
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Ingredients (6)

  • 1 1/2 pounds rhubarb, ends trimmed and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (from 1 medium orange)
  • 4 teaspoons finely chopped lemongrass (from a 4-inch piece)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 pound strawberries, hulled and quartered (about 3 cups)
  • 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped, pod and seeds reserved (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract)
Nutritional Information
  • Calories92
  • Fat0.29g
  • Saturated fat0.05g
  • Trans fat
  • Carbs22.44g
  • Fiber2.15g
  • Sugar18.53g
  • Protein0.97g
  • Cholesterol
  • Sodium3.47mg
  • Nutritional Analysis per serving (10 servings) Powered by

This simple compote updates the classic pairing of rhubarb and strawberry with a little orange juice and lemongrass. Try this jamlike topping on scones, ice cream, pound cake, or cheesecake.

What to buy: Look for rhubarb that is free of blemishes; trim off any leaves, and, if the stalk appears fibrous, peel as you would celery. Lemongrass can be found at farmers’ and Asian markets; peel off any dry, damaged outer leaves. If you can’t find lemongrass, substitute 1 teaspoon of finely grated lemon zest instead.

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Instructions

  1. 1Place the rhubarb, orange juice, lemongrass, and 1/2 cup of the sugar in a medium, nonreactive bowl; toss to evenly combine, then set aside at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes.
  2. 2Meanwhile, place the remaining 1/4 cup sugar, strawberries, and vanilla pod and seeds in a small bowl; toss to evenly combine, then set aside at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. 3Transfer the rhubarb mixture to a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture starts to bubble and the rhubarb releases its juices, about 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium low, cover the pan, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb starts breaking apart, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4Stir the strawberry mixture into the rhubarb mixture and simmer uncovered for an additional 5 minutes. (Don’t stir too often—you want the strawberries to hold their shape.) Remove from the heat, discard the vanilla pod, and set aside to cool. Refrigerate the cooled compote in a container with a tightfitting lid for up to 4 days.
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