Poached Pears with Ginger
Poached pears with ginger are a sophisticated yet simple dessert that beautifully combines the sweetness of ripe pears with the spicy warmth of fresh ginger. This elegant dish transforms basic ingredients into a luxurious treat, perfect for cozy evenings or special occasions. Served warm or chilled, these poached pears bathed in fragrant syrup will impress your guests and delight your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe Bosc or Anjou pears
- 1 inch fresh ginger, sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups water
- 2 cinnamon sticks (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Peel the pears, keeping them whole for an elegant presentation.
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, sliced ginger, and optional cinnamon sticks. Bring to a gentle simmer until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the pears to the poaching liquid and ensure they are fully submerged.
- Simmer on low heat for 20-30 minutes until tender but still firm.
- Carefully remove the pears and allow them to cool slightly. Optionally, reduce the syrup by simmering longer.
- Serve drizzled with syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear (150g)
- Calories: 174
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg