Apricot Sauce for Custard
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Description:
Elevate your dessert game with this delightful Apricot Sauce for Custard, a recipe that combines the natural sweetness of apricots with a touch of citrus for a refreshing topping. Perfect for custard, this sauce is quick to make and adds a burst of flavor to your dessert table. Ideal for those looking for a healthy, easy-to-prepare sauce that’s low in fat and cholesterol.
Category: Sauces
Keywords: Dessert, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 15 Mins, Easy
Ingredients:
- 250 grams of dried apricots
- 4 tablespoons of sugar
- 1/2 cup of water
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Optional: Nuts from the apricot seeds, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
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Soak the Apricots: Begin by washing the dried apricots thoroughly. Place them in a bowl and cover with warm water. Allow the apricots to soak for 6-8 hours or overnight to rehydrate and soften.
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Prepare the Apricots: After soaking, drain the apricots and remove the seeds by slicing them open with a knife. Discard the seeds.
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Cook the Apricots: Mash the apricots lightly to break them up. In a saucepan, combine the mashed apricots with the sugar. Add just enough water to cover the apricots. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the apricots are very soft and the mixture has thickened, about 10 minutes.
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Add Lemon Juice: Stir in the lemon juice and mix well. Remove the saucepan from heat.
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Chill the Sauce: Allow the apricot sauce to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer it to the refrigerator to chill. This will help the flavors meld together and thicken the sauce further.
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Serve: Spoon the chilled apricot sauce over custard and garnish with finely chopped nuts from the apricot seeds, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy the sweet and tangy flavor with your dessert.
Nutritional Information (per serving, based on 8 servings):
- Calories: 100.4
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sodium: 3.1 mg
- Carbohydrates: 26.1 g
- Fiber: 2.3 g
- Sugar: 23.1 g
- Protein: 1.1 g
This Apricot Sauce for Custard is not only easy to make but also adds a healthy twist to your desserts, providing a luscious topping that’s both flavorful and nutritious. Enjoy this quick and simple recipe that’s perfect for any occasion.
