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Abafado
Indulge in Abafado, a delightful Portuguese dessert that brings the essence of summer to your table with its sweet, stewed fruit. This dish combines a medley of seasonal fruits, gently simmered with a touch of sugar and aromatic spices, creating a luscious syrup that beautifully complements the tender fruit. Serve it warm or chilled, and enjoy a light and refreshing conclusion to any meal. Abafado is a testament to Portugal's rich culinary heritage, showcasing the country's love for simple, wholesome ingredients transformed into something extraordinary.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- Mixed fruit (e.g., apples, pears, peaches, plums)
- 4 cups, diced
- Sugar
- 1/2 cup
- Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons
- Water
- 1 cup
- Cinnamon stick
- 1
Instructions
- Prepare the mixed fruit by peeling and dicing it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot, combine the diced fruit, sugar, lemon juice, water, and cinnamon stick.
- Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the fruit simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, or until the fruit is soft and the liquid has thickened into a syrupy consistency.
- Remove the cinnamon stick from the pot and allow the abafado to cool slightly before serving.
Dietary Information
Servings: 6 • Dish Type: Dessert • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Calories: 150 • Fat: 0g • Carbs: 38g • Protein: 1g • Sodium: 5mg • Sugar: 25g
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