Pears & prunes in mulled (well, sort of) wine

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Pears & prunes in mulled (well, sort of) wine
35 min.
4
388kcal

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Indulge in a delightful treat that beautifully combines the sweet and tangy flavors of pears and prunes, all immersed in a luscious, mulled wine reduction. This recipe for Pears & Prunes in Mulled Wine is a perfect addition to your antipasti platter, making it an excellent starter, snack, or appetizer for any gathering.

Featuring ripe Williams pears that provide a juicy, firm texture and sweet flavor, this dish is further enriched by the deep, caramel notes of light muscovado sugar and creamy unsalted butter. The use of full-bodied red wine infuses the fruits with warmth and complexity, making it a comforting choice for cooler evenings. And don’t forget the touch of aromatic vanilla, which elevates the dish to a whole new level of indulgence.

This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only quick and easy, taking just 35 minutes to prepare, but it also offers a sophisticated dining experience that will impress your guests. Serve it hot or cold, topped with sugared lemon zest for a refreshing contrast. Whether enjoyed at a festive gathering or as a cozy treat after dinner, these Pears & Prunes in Mulled Wine are sure to stir delightful conversations around the table.

Ingredients

  •  pears good firm ripe
  • 100 g muscovado sugar light
  • 50 butter unsalted
  • 16  prune- cut to pieces 
  • 250 ml red wine 
  •  vanilla pod 
  • servings lemon zest (see 'Try' below)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • knife

Directions

  1. Cut each pear in half lengthways, and remove the cores.
  2. Sprinkle the sugar over the base of a large, preferably non-stick, fry pan.
  3. Add the butter and heat until the sugar has dissolved into the melted butter. Quickly add in the pears and caramelise until they are soft but still firm and holding their shape. This will take about 10 minutes and you should toss them occasionally.
  4. Add the prunes and fry for another minute or so. Now pour in the wine, but be careful as it will spit, so hold the pan away from you, then put it back over a lower heat. Split the vanilla pod in half lengthways using the tip of a sharp knife. Scrape the seeds out into the pan, also with the knife, then toss in the pod and let everything infuse for about 5 minutes.
  5. Lift out the pears and prunes and set aside, then reduce the wine until it is good and gooey and thick, for about 8-10 minutes. Thats it really. Just pop the fruit back in and serve hot or cold with the lemon zest on top.

Nutrition Facts

Calories388kcal
Protein1.51%
Fat26.26%
Carbs72.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.19
Glycemic Load
10.79
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
7.2952173365199%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.24mg
Petunidin
1.26mg
Delphinidin
1.29mg
Malvidin
8.77mg
Peonidin
0.79mg
Catechin
4.77mg
Epigallocatechin
0.56mg
Epicatechin
5.75mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.15mg
Hesperetin
0.4mg
Naringenin
1.12mg
Apigenin
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.28mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.27mg
Quercetin
2.13mg
Gallocatechin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:388.28kcal
19.41%
Fat:10.6g
16.31%
Saturated Fat:6.48g
40.47%
Carbohydrates:65.62g
21.87%
Net Carbohydrates:60g
21.82%
Sugar:48.58g
53.97%
Cholesterol:26.88mg
8.96%
Sodium:12.61mg
0.55%
Alcohol:6.72g
100%
Alcohol %:3.68%
100%
Protein:1.38g
2.75%
Vitamin K:28.84µg
27.47%
Fiber:5.62g
22.48%
Potassium:513.13mg
14.66%
Manganese:0.26mg
13.13%
Vitamin A:648.39IU
12.97%
Copper:0.21mg
10.31%
Magnesium:32.77mg
8.19%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.75%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.15%
Phosphorus:56.89mg
5.69%
Iron:1.01mg
5.59%
Calcium:54.3mg
5.43%
Vitamin B3:1.07mg
5.35%
Vitamin C:4.32mg
5.24%
Vitamin E:0.57mg
3.8%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.79%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.49%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.33%
Folate:9.11µg
2.28%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.25%
Selenium:0.76µg
1.09%