Czech Apple Compote – Jablečný kompot
Join me in making a Czech apple compote, spiced with cloves and cinnamon. It is quick to make and tastes best when served warm.
Servings 4
Calories 169kcal
Ingredients
- 5 medium apples
- 5 cloves whole spices
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 slices lemon
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Peel 5 medium apples and cut them in half. Remove the cores and slice the apples into roughly equal-sized wedges.
- Place the apple wedges in a pot and cover them with 2 cups water. Add ¼ cup granulated sugar, 5 cloves, ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 2 slices lemon.
- Bring to a boil, then lower the heat. Cover and simmer gently for about 15 minutes, or until the apple slices are soft but not mushy.
- Serve the finished apple compote warm.
Notes
- The basic recipe makes 4 portions.
- The apples do not need to be fully covered with liquid while boiling. It is sufficient if they are about two-thirds submerged. This way, they will stew rather than cook, resulting in a more intense flavor.
- For even more aroma and fragrance, add star anise to the compote.
- I recommend removing the cloves before serving. This spice smells lovely, but it would turn bitter on your tongue if you bite into it.
Nutrition
Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 252mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 124IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 0.3mg