Turkish Poached Apricots
Turkish Poached Apricots are a delightful dessert that showcases the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. This simple yet elegant dish features tender dried apricots simmered in a fragrant syrup infused with warm spices, transporting you to the sun-kissed orchards of Turkey in every bite. Ideal for impressing guests or enjoying cozy evenings at home, these poached apricots are both comforting and sophisticated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried apricots
- 2 cups filtered water
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 whole cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse the dried apricots under cold water and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, cinnamon stick, cloves, and lemon juice. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
- Add the rinsed apricots to the boiling syrup; reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes until they are tender but intact.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly, allowing flavors to meld.
- Serve in bowls drizzled with syrup, garnished with nuts or yogurt if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg