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Balsamic And Anise Fruit

Balsamic And Anise Fruit

Cuisine:World

Course:Dessert

10m prep 8m cook 18m ready

A quick and elegant dessert featuring fresh summer fruit drizzled with a balsamic and star anise glaze. Serve with vanilla ice cream for a classic finish.

Ingredients

Servings:

Nutrition (per serving, estimated)

Estimated based off 6 of 7 identified ingredients (per 100 g food data, scaled by amount).

Energy
323 cal
Protein
4.48 g
Carbohydrate
74.9 g
Fiber
11 g
Sugars
51.6 g
Sodium
26.4 mg
Total fat
3.29 g
Saturated fat
1.33 g
Monounsaturated fat
0.7 g
Polyunsaturated fat
0.72 g
Vitamins & minerals
  • Calcium: 110 mg
  • Iron: 2.05 mg
  • Magnesium: 87.2 mg
  • Phosphorus: 130 mg
  • Potassium: 1090 mg
  • Zinc: 0.83 mg

Let's Cook

  1. Step 1.

    In a small pan over medium heat, combine 115ml balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons soft brown sugar, and 1 star anise. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Let the mixture bubble until it has reduced by half, about 5–8 minutes, stirring occasionally. The glaze should be syrupy and coat the back of a spoon.

  2. Step 2.

    While the glaze simmers, prepare the fruit: stone and quarter 2 medium ripe plums, hull and quarter 8 large strawberries, and cut 4 figs into quarters.

  3. Step 3.

    Arrange the prepared fruit on a serving platter or divide among individual bowls. Drizzle the warm balsamic glaze over the fruit. Serve immediately with vanilla ice cream on the side.

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