Author Notes
It was inspired by the spice markets of the middle east. I always found poaching fruit to be warmly therapeutic, especially in the autumn months. The fruit tree by my home ties the comfort into a special dessert I make every year. Do enjoy. —downtoearthgourmet
Ingredients
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1 quart
water
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5
chai tea bags, homemade or purchased
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1
vanilla bean, scraped
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1
cinnamon stick
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1 piece
fresh ginger, peeled
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4
whole pears, peeled, stems intact
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3 tablespoons
honey
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star anise, cinnamon sticks, blackberries, crystallized ginger
Directions
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Bring water, tea, vanilla, cinnamon and ginger to a simmer in a tall and narrow saucepot.
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Add pears, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let steep off heat for 30 minutes.
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Remove pears from poaching liquid and set aside. Boil chai liquid with honey until reduced to syrup.
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Serve pears garnished with cinnamon sticks, crystallized ginger, blackberries and a drizzle of chai syrup.
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Enjoy!
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