Sweets
Spice Poached Pears with Dark Chocolate
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Anjali Tiscia
Sep 23, 2024
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Ingredients
4 Bosc pears
3 1/2 cups water
2 strips orange zest
Whole spices ( I used cardamom, star anise, clove, cinnamon sticks and fennel seeds), quantity will depend on flavour preference
1 vanilla pod
100g dark chocolate
Method
STEP 1
In a mortar and pestle, lightly ground the spices to release the beautiful aromas and flavours.
STEP 2
Slice the vanilla pod in half and scrape out the seeds onto the knife.
STEP 3
Add water to a saucepan or pot and add in the spices and vanilla (seeds and pod), and bring to the boil, allowing the spices to infuse in the water.
STEP 4
Peel the pears, leaving the stem on, and then add to the poaching liquid, reducing the heat.
STEP 5
Cook the pears for 15-20 minutes or until they are tender.
STEP 6
Melt the dark chocolate either on the stove top using the double boiler method, or in the microwave.
STEP 7
Serve the pears on a plate and drizzle over the melted dark chocolate.
