Peaches in Saffron Recipe

Name: Peaches in Saffron
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large unripe peaches; 3/4 cup sugar; 1/4 teaspoon Spanish saffron threads; 1 dried red chile pepper (arbol); 10 allspice berries; 2 bay leaves; 1 -inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and cut lengthwise into 3 slices; 6 cups water; Sprigs of mint, for serving; Long curly strips of lemon zest, for serving

Servings: persons

6 large unripe peaches
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon Spanish saffron threads
1 dried red chile pepper (arbol)
10 allspice berries
2 bay leaves
1 -inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and cut lengthwise into 3 slices
6 cups water
Sprigs of mint, for serving
Long curly strips of lemon zest, for serving

1
With a sharp vegetable peeler, peel the peaches and set them aside.
2
In a large nonreactive saucepan, combine the sugar, saffron, chile, allspice berries, bay leaves, ginger and water.
3
Over medium-low heat, stir until the sugar has dissolved.
4
Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
5
Add the peaches and continue simmering for about 30 minutes, or until the peaches are tender but not mushy.
6
Turn them occasionally so that all sides take the color of the saffron evenly.
7
They are done when a toothpick inserted into the fruit will go halfway through easily.
8
Transfer the peaches with a slotted spoon to individual plates or serving platter, let cool and refrigerate.
9
Garnish with mint and lemon zest.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 large unripe peaches, 3/4 cup sugar, 1/4 teaspoon Spanish saffron threads, 1 dried red chile pepper (arbol), and more.

Yes, Peaches in Saffron falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Peaches in Saffron

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