Poached pears in spiced red wine

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Poached pears in spiced red wine
50 min.
6
356kcal

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Poached pears in spiced red wine is a delightful and elegant dish that brings a touch of sophistication to any dining table. This stunning dessert not only impresses with its vibrant red color and aromatic spices but also tantalizes the palate with its perfectly tender texture and rich flavors. Ideal for a special occasion or a simple yet indulgent treat, this recipe effortlessly caters to a variety of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

Imagine the sweetness of juicy pears, gently poached in a luscious blend of fragrant red wine, warming cinnamon, and smooth vanilla. The process of simmering the pears allows them to absorb all those delightful spices, creating a dessert that is both comforting and refreshing. Whether served as an appetizer, a light snack, or a luxurious end to a meal, these poached pears will definitely leave an impression on your guests.

Not only is this dish simple to prepare, but you can also make it ahead of time, making it a practical choice for entertaining. The rich, syrupy reduction drizzled over the pears adds that finishing touch, elevating this dish to a new level of sophistication. So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress with this exquisite and easy-to-make dessert that is sure to be a showstopper at your next gathering!

Ingredients

  •  vanilla pod 
  • bottle red wine 
  • 225 sugar 
  •  cinnamon sticks halved
  • sprig thyme sprigs fresh
  •  pears whole with stalk intact peeled

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • cocktail sticks

Directions

  1. Halve the vanilla pod lengthways, scrape out the black seeds and put in a large saucepan with the wine, sugar, cinnamon and thyme.
  2. Cut each piece of pod into three long thin strips, add to pan, then lower in the pears.
  3. Poach the pears, covered, for 20-30 mins, making sure they are covered in the wine. The cooking time will very much depend on the ripeness of your pears they should be tender all the way through when pierced with a cocktail stick. You can make these up to 2 days ahead and chill.
  4. Take the pears from the pan, then boil the liquid to reduce it by half so that its syrupy.
  5. Serve each pear with the cooled syrup, a strip of vanilla, a piece of cinnamon and a small thyme sprig.

Nutrition Facts

Calories356kcal
Protein1.08%
Fat1.61%
Carbs97.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.64
Glycemic Load
34.6
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
5.4747826197873%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.9mg
Petunidin
2.47mg
Delphinidin
2.51mg
Malvidin
17.3mg
Peonidin
1.56mg
Catechin
9.41mg
Epigallocatechin
1.13mg
Epicatechin
11.43mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.3mg
Hesperetin
0.79mg
Naringenin
2.21mg
Apigenin
0.17mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Isorhamnetin
0.56mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.52mg
Quercetin
2.8mg
Gallocatechin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:355.65kcal
17.78%
Fat:0.5g
0.78%
Saturated Fat:0.04g
0.26%
Carbohydrates:68.39g
22.8%
Net Carbohydrates:62.54g
22.74%
Sugar:55.57g
61.74%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:7.23mg
0.31%
Alcohol:13.25g
100%
Alcohol %:4.91%
100%
Protein:0.76g
1.52%
Fiber:5.85g
23.4%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.83%
Potassium:369.51mg
10.56%
Vitamin C:7.94mg
9.63%
Copper:0.17mg
8.26%
Vitamin K:8.51µg
8.11%
Magnesium:28.08mg
7.02%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.22%
Iron:0.99mg
5.51%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.48%
Phosphorus:50.66mg
5.07%
Folate:13.82µg
3.46%
Calcium:32.92mg
3.29%
Vitamin B3:0.58mg
2.89%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.47%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.85%
Vitamin E:0.23mg
1.51%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.27%
Vitamin A:56.64IU
1.13%