Paleo Ginger Pear & Apple Compote
Warm, fragrant, and naturally sweet, this fruit compote is the kind of simple recipe that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. Chunks of ripe pear and apple simmer down with fresh grated ginger, honey, and Ceylon cinnamon until they're tender and coated in a light, glossy syrup — no refined sugar, no thickeners, just real ingredients doing all the work. That's exactly what makes it such a natural fit for anyone eating closer to whole, unprocessed foods. Fresh ginger gives it a gentle heat that balances the sweetness of the fruit beautifully, and Ceylon cinnamon adds a softer, more floral warmth than the standard supermarket variety. You can keep it chunky or press it into a saucier texture depending on your mood — both versions are equally satisfying. An optional knob of unsalted butter stirred in at the end adds a subtle richness and a gorgeous sheen. Spoon it over roasted pork, serve it alongside a grain-free breakfast, or eat it straight from the pan — honestly, no judgment.
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4 servings
- 3 medium pears (about 1 ½ lb), peeled, cored, and cut into ¾-inch chunks
- 2 medium apples (about 1 lb), peeled, cored, and cut into ¾-inch chunks
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 2 tbsp honey
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (optional)
Can be omittedunsalted butter
Instructions
- 1
Combine the pear chunks, apple chunks, grated ginger, honey, water, Ceylon cinnamon, 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 fruit is tender and beginning to break down at the edges, about 15–18 minutes. The liquid should reduce to a light syrup that coats the fruit.
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