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Compot de vișine (sour cherry compote)

Un compotier de griottes pochées dans un sirop léger et parfumé, servi froid ou tiède. C'est une boisson et un dessert traditionnel de l'été, souvent conservé en bocaux pour l'hiver.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

Instructions

  1. Wash the cherries, remove the stems and pit them if you prefer a cleaner compote.
  2. In a saucepan, heat the water with the sugar, cinnamon and cloves until fully dissolved.
  3. Add the cherries and bring to a simmer.
  4. Let it simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes, until the fruit is tender and the syrup lightly spiced.
  5. Remove the cinnamon and cloves, then let it cool.
  6. Pour the compote into glasses or a jar and keep it chilled before serving.

Variations and tips

With lemon juice. Add a spoonful of lemon juice at the end of cooking for a tangier taste.

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