Sunday, December 18, 2016

Poached peaches or apricots & lemongrass

  • 2 stalks of lemongrass
  • 50 g sugar
  • 6-8 peaches or 12 apricots
  • Method

    1. Halve the lemongrass lengthways and place in a small pan.
    2. Gently heat the sugar and 400ml of water in the pan with the lemongrass over a medium-low heat until the sugar has dissolved.
    3. Carefully add the peaches or apricots, and gently press a circle of greaseproof paper down on top to keep the fruit covered with liquid.
    4. Cook at a very gentle simmer for 4 to 5 minutes for apricots, or 10 to 12 minutes for peaches, or until the fruit is tender, but not squishy.
    5. Pour into a bowl to cool.

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