Orange and Dried Plum Compote

Prep Time 15 minutes    Cook Time 5 minutes     Serves 6

Ingredients

6 seedless oranges
1/2 cup pitted dried plums (prunes), quartered lengthwise (about 3 ounces)
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon rosewater
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds, dried cranberries or pistachio nuts
1/4 cup shredded mint leaves
Pinch of ground cardamom
Pinch of ground cinnamon

Directions

With sharp knife, cut away peel of oranges, making sure to remove all white pith. Cut oranges across into 1/2-inch rounds. Places oranges and dried plums in bowl. In small saucepan, simmer water and sugar just until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, cool and add rosewater. Pour over oranges and dried plums. Cover and refrigerate least 20 minutes; compote may be prepared to this point up to 1 day ahead. To serve, arrange oranges and dried plums in shallow bowl or deep platter; pour liquid over. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and mint; sprinkle with cardamom and cinnamon.

Nutritional Information

Calories

145

Cholesterol

0mg

% of Calories from Fat

0%

Total Fat

0g

Sodium

3mg

Carbohydrates

35g

Protein

2g

Fiber

4g

Potassium

347mg