Beautiful Apple Honey Compote witth Shio-koji

1. 1

   Combine the shio-koji and water into a plastic bag, and dissolve the shio-koji over the bag.

2. 2

   Place 1 apple cut into eighths into the plastic bag, and mix together.

3. 3

   Let sit for 1 minute.

4. 4

   Place the entire contents of the plastic bag into a pot, coat in honey, cover with a lid, and boil for 15 minutes over low heat.

5. 5

   Remove the lid after 15 minutes and evaporate any remaining water.

6. 6

   Add rum to Step 3 for aroma (optional).

7. 7

   Arrange onto a plate, and top with cinnamon if you prefer.

8. 8

   Pressure cooker version: Heat for 10 minutes over low heat (it will take 11.5 minutes until the apples float to the top, but you could stop cooking after 10 minutes).

9. 9

   Let sit for 5 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.