Cardamom Poached Pear
Poached pear recipe flavoured with white wine and cardamom. Perfect served with mascarpone cream or vanilla ice cream!
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Peeler
Ingredients
- 8 small pears
- 250 grams white sugar
- 500 grams water
- 200 ml white wine
- 1 large handful cardamom pods
- 1 piece star anise
- 1 whole cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Peel the pears, leaving the stalk intact. Slice a small amount off the base of the pear, to level out the bottom so they stand without falling over.
- Add the water, sugar, wine and spices to a large saucepan.
- Add in the pears. Fold a piece of baking paper into a circle and press down on top of the pears. This will help to keep the pears submerged in the liquid while cooking.
- Cook at a medium heat for 15-20 minutes until the pears are soft.
- Take off the heat and remove the pears. Return the liquid to a medium heat and allow to boil for another 10-15 minutes until it has become a little more syrupy.
- Serve with whipped mascarpone cream, a sprinkle of granola and a drizzle of the hot syrup.