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Gedaaide vrugte (gedaaide vrugte)

A compote of dried fruit simmered in a sweet syrup flavoured with cinnamon. Served warm or cold, it traditionally accompanies desserts and breakfasts.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Quickly rinse the dried fruit under cold water.
  2. Bring the water, sugar and cinnamon stick to the boil in a pan.
  3. Add the apricots, prunes and raisins, then lower the heat.
  4. Simmer covered for 25 minutes, until the fruit is tender and the syrup has thickened slightly.
  5. Remove the cinnamon stick and lemon zest, then let it cool. Serve warm or cold, with yoghurt if you like.

Variations and tips

Apple version. Add two peeled apples cut into quarters along with the dried fruit.

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