Mustard Free Ginger Basil Fruit Compote
Warm, jammy, and fragrant, this fruit compote is the kind of thing that makes a simple breakfast or dessert feel genuinely special. Tender chunks of apple and pear simmer down with fresh ginger and honey until everything is glossy and soft, then blueberries join the pot and bleed their deep purple juice into the mix. A splash of apple cider vinegar keeps the sweetness bright and balanced rather than cloying. The real surprise is the torn fresh basil stirred in off the heat — it wilts just enough to perfume the whole compote with something floral and unexpected. For anyone navigating condiment allergies, this is a recipe worth bookmarking: every single ingredient is straightforward fruit, fresh herbs, and pantry staples, with zero hidden seasonings to second-guess. Spoon it over yogurt, oatmeal, pancakes, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream and it delivers every single time.
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4 servings
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch pieces
- 2 medium pears, peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch pieces
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp water
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple pieces, pear pieces, grated ginger, honey, apple cider vinegar, water, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the fruit evenly.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples and pears are tender when pierced with a fork but still hold their shape, about 12–15 minutes.
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