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Compot (dried fruit compote)

A gentle, comforting drink made by simmering dried fruit in sweetened water, served warm or cold. Whether after the holidays or on an ordinary day, compot is the everyday family drink in Moldova.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

Nutrition facts

160 kcal per serving

Protein
0.6 g
Carbohydrates
38.2 g
of which sugars
32.3 g
Fat
0.3 g
of which saturated fat
0.1 g
Fiber
2.6 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. Quickly rinse the dried fruit under clear water.
  2. Bring 2 litres of water to the boil in a large saucepan with the sugar and the cinnamon stick.
  3. Add the prunes, dried pears and apples cut into quarters.
  4. Simmer gently for 30 minutes, until the fruit is tender and the water lightly flavoured.
  5. Let it infuse off the heat for 15 minutes, then serve lukewarm or cold, with a few pieces of fruit in each glass.

Variations and tips

Spiced version. Add a clove and an orange peel during cooking for a warmer flavour.

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