Poached Asian Pears with Star Anise and Tropical Fr

Name: Poached Asian Pears with Star Anise and Tropical Fruit
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 1 cup dry white wine; 3/4 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 star anise*; 1 2-inch piece cinnamon stick; 1 2-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced; 4 large (10 ounces each) Asian pears; 1 1 3/4-pound papaya, diced; 1 14-to 16-ounce mango, diced; *A brown star-shaped seed pod; available at Asian markets and specialty food stores and some supermarkets.

Servings: persons

2 cups water
1 cup dry white wine
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 star anise*
1 2-inch piece cinnamon stick
1 2-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
4 large (10 ounces each) Asian pears
1 1 3/4-pound papaya, diced
1 14-to 16-ounce mango, diced
*A brown star-shaped seed pod; available at Asian markets and specialty food stores and some supermarkets.

1
Bring first 7 ingredients to boil in heavy large saucepan, stirring until sugar dissolves.
2
Cover and simmer 5 minutes.
3
Peel and core pears.
4
Add to syrup.
5
Add enough water to cover pears.
6
Cover pan; simmer until pears are tender, about 40 minutes.
7
Using slotted spoon, transfer pears to bowl.
8
Increase heat; boil liquid until reduced to 3/4 cup, about 25 minutes.
9
Strain syrup; pour over pears.
10
Chill until cold.
11
(Can be made 2 days ahead.
12
Chill.)
13
Stand 1 pear in center of each plate.
14
Spoon papaya and mango around pear.
15
Spoon syrup over and serve.

244

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups water, 1 cup dry white wine, 3/4 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Poached Asian Pears with Star Anise and Tropical Fruit 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.

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Poached Asian Pears with Star Anise and Tropical Fruit

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