Fresh Plum Compote
with bread and cheese
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Preparation:
20 min.
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This is an incredibely flavorful, unique compote thanks to the addition of ginger root and onions. The flavor profile works when added to both savory or sweet dishes.
This compote makes a beautiful addition to a cheese plate, as it enhances the flavor of a variety of cheeses.
Author of this recipe:
EAT-SMARTER
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Ingredients
for
4
- Ingredients
- 4 cups Plum
- 1 ¼ inches fresh ginger
- 3 cups onions
- 3 Tbsps Oil
- 1 ¼ cups brown sugar
- salt
- cayenne pepper
- 1 cup Red wine vinegar
- In addition
- fresh Bread (i.e. sourdough or French)
- 1 thick sliced Emmentaler cheese
Preparation steps
1.
Wash, halve, stone and dice the plums. Peel the ginger. Finely dice the shallots and ginger.
2.
Heat the oil and sweat the shallots and ginger until translucent. Then add the plums and sweat briefly. Add the brown sugar and stir until dissolved. Add seasonings to taste. Now add the vinegar and cook for about 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and thick.
3.
Check the seasoning. Pour the chutney into prepared jars and seal well. Stand the jars on their heads and leave to cool.
4.
Tear the bread into pieces and top with a little cheese and chutney. Serve.
