Dried Fruit Condiment

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Dried Fruit Condiment
35 min.
4
247kcal

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Elevate your culinary experience with this delightful Dried Fruit Condiment that perfectly balances sweetness, texture, and a hint of spice. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply indulging in a cozy night in, this versatile condiment will add an irresistible touch to your table. It's not just a condiment; it's a celebration of flavors!

Imagine biting into perfectly toasted whole-wheat or multigrain baguette slices, each generously topped with a luscious blend of dates, apricots, and figs. The naturally sweet dried fruits, paired with a hint of warming cumin and the delicate strands of saffron, create an enchanting taste sensation. Drizzled with a touch of honey and balanced by the brightness of fresh orange juice, this spread is a delightful fusion of nutrition and flavor, ideal for anyone following a vegetarian or dairy-free diet.

The preparation is simple yet rewarding; the warm homemade condiment can be enjoyed right away or at room temperature, making it perfect for any occasion. In just 35 minutes, you can impress your friends and family with this artisanal spread that promises to be the star of your brunch, cheese platter, or even as a thoughtful gift in a jar. Unleash your inner chef today and savor the joy of creating this delectable Dried Fruit Condiment!

Ingredients

  • slices multigrain baguette whole-wheat toasted thin
  • teaspoon cumin seeds crushed
  •  dates pitted finely chopped
  •  apricots dried finely chopped
  •  figs dried finely chopped
  • tablespoon honey 
  •  oranges 
  •  saffron threads 
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • sieve
  • peeler

Directions

  1. Use a vegetable peeler to remove strips of zest from 1 orange. Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil.
  2. Add the zest and boil for 2 minutes.
  3. Drain in a sieve, then immediately rinse under cold water until cool.
  4. Cut the zest lengthwise into fine slivers.
  5. Squeeze the juice of the zested orange into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then stir in the apricots, dates, and figs.
  6. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
  7. Squeeze the juice from the remaining orange. In a deep skillet, heat the honey over medium heat until pale caramel in color.
  8. Add the orange juice, stir well, and bring to a boil.
  9. Add the dried fruit mixture and simmer for 5-6 minutes.
  10. Add the cumin, saffron, vinegar, and orange zest.
  11. Mix well and transfer to a bowl.
  12. Serve warm or at room temperature with toasts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories247kcal
Protein7.76%
Fat4.45%
Carbs87.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
101.98
Glycemic Load
26.35
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
10.741304459779%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.24mg
Hesperetin
17.85mg
Naringenin
10.03mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:247.29kcal
12.36%
Fat:1.28g
1.97%
Saturated Fat:0.21g
1.32%
Carbohydrates:56.75g
18.92%
Net Carbohydrates:51.37g
18.68%
Sugar:36.19g
40.21%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:206.2mg
8.97%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.01g
10.03%
Vitamin C:35.28mg
42.77%
Fiber:5.38g
21.53%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.53%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.42%
Potassium:525.44mg
15.01%
Folate:59.09µg
14.77%
Vitamin A:732.96IU
14.66%
Iron:2.41mg
13.37%
Vitamin B3:2.31mg
11.55%
Calcium:97.47mg
9.75%
Selenium:6.72µg
9.61%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.43%
Copper:0.19mg
9.33%
Magnesium:35.98mg
9%
Phosphorus:71.66mg
7.17%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.56%
Vitamin E:0.96mg
6.37%
Vitamin B5:0.49mg
4.88%
Zinc:0.51mg
3.38%
Vitamin K:3.11µg
2.96%
Source:My Recipes