Best 4 Braised Apples With Saffron And Cider Recipes

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Embrace the tantalizing blend of flavors in this delectable dish of braised apples, infused with the vibrant hues and aromatic essence of saffron, all harmoniously married with the crisp and refreshing notes of cider. This culinary masterpiece offers a delightful balance of sweet and tart, complemented by the subtle warmth of saffron, promising a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BRAISED APPLES WITH SAFFRON AND CIDER



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Tender apples are braised in cider and sherry; saffron lends the dish its yellow hue, and dried currants punctuate the look.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1 large shallot, thinly sliced into rings
6 apples (about 2 pounds), such as Gala or Winesap, quartered and seeded
1/4 teaspoon saffron threads, crumbled
1 1/2 cups homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock
1 1/2 cups apple cider
1/4 cup dry sherry
3 tablespoons dried currants
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add shallot, and cook, stirring often, until soft, about 4 minutes. Add apples, and turn to coat. Stir in saffron, stock, cider, sherry, and currants, and season with salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and cover. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer apples to a bowl. Raise heat to medium-high, and cook sauce until reduced by half, about 10 minutes more. Season with pepper. Pour sauce over apples. Serve warm or at room temperature.

CIDER-BRAISED BRATWURST WITH APPLES RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Cider-Braised Bratwurst with Apples Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by flour_arrangements

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 uncooked bratwursts (about 1 pound total)
1 large onion, sliced
2 Domex SuperFresh Fuji or Jonagold apples, cored and cut in 1/2-inch slices
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, minced or 1 teaspoon dried
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups fresh apple cider

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add bratwurst and brown well on all sides, about 5 minutes total. Transfer bratwurst to a plate and set aside. Add onion to the skillet and cook, stirring often, until it begins to brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Add apple slices, thyme, salt and pepper; stir to mix. Return bratwurst to the skillet, nestling the sausages down into the apple/onion mixture. Pour cider over sausages, loosely cover the skillet with its lid or a piece of foil (so steam can escape) and reduce heat to medium-low. Braise until sausages are cooked through and apples are nearly tender, about 20 minutes. Transfer sausages to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm. Reduce the cooking liquids over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes. To serve, arrange bratwurst on individual plates, spoon the apple mixture alongside and drizzle with the cooking liquids. Makes 4 servings.

BRAISED LENTILS WITH SAFFRON



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Make and share this Braised Lentils With Saffron recipe from Food.com.

Provided by FoodFromSicily

Categories     Lentil

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 3/4 cups lentils
1 large onion
olive oil
3/4 ounce raw ham, cut into slivers
1 pinch saffron strand
1 pinch powdered saffron
1/4 cup dry white wine
hot chicken stock (can be made with bullion)
salt

Steps:

  • Soak lentils for about 6 hours.
  • Peel and halve the onion and place into a saucepan with 3 tablespoons oil and the ham.
  • Drain the lentils and add them to the saucepan, brown breifly, then moisten with the wine.
  • Add the saffron strands and powdered saffron.
  • When the wine has evaporated, pour just enough hot stock to cover the lentils.
  • bring to a boil, lower the heat and cover and cook for 20 minutes.
  • Taste and add salt if necessary, then discard the onion and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.3, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 1.9, Sodium 56.5, Carbohydrate 14.2, Fiber 5, Sugar 2.2, Protein 6.3

BRAISED APPLES WITH SAFFRON



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Make and share this Braised Apples With Saffron recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TattooedMamaof2

Categories     Apple

Time 40m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 large shallot, thinly sliced in rings
6 apples, quartered and seeded
1/4 teaspoon saffron thread, crumbled
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 1/2 cups apple cider
1/4 cup dry sherry
3 tablespoons dried currants
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add shallot and cook until soft, stirring often, about 4 minutes. Add apples and turn to coat. Stir in saffron, stock, cider, sherry and currants, season with salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer stirring occasionally until apples are tender, 12-15 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer apples to a bowl. Raise heat to medium-high and cook sauce until reduced by half, about 10 minutes more. Season with pepper. Pour sauce over apples.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.6, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 13.3, Sodium 54.9, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 11.2, Protein 1.4

Tips:

- Choose firm, tart apples for braising, such as Granny Smith or Braeburn. These apples will hold their shape and won't become mushy. - Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to braise the apples. This will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the apples from burning. - Don't overcrowd the pot with apples. The apples should be in a single layer so that they can cook evenly. - Add enough liquid to cover the apples. This could be apple cider, water, or a combination of both. - Simmer the apples over low heat for 30-45 minutes, or until they are tender. Stir the apples occasionally to prevent them from sticking to the bottom of the pot. - Once the apples are tender, remove them from the pot and let them cool slightly. Then, serve them with yogurt, granola, or ice cream.

Conclusion:

Braised apples with saffron and cider is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The apples are tender and flavorful, and the saffron and cider add a unique and delicious twist. This dessert is perfect for a special occasion or a simple weeknight meal.

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