Best 10 Curried Fruit Compote Recipes

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Curried fruit compote is a flavorful and unique dish that pairs the sweetness of fruit with the warmth and complexity of curry spices. This versatile compote can be enjoyed as a topping for yogurt or ice cream, as a glaze for chicken or fish, or as a simple dessert on its own. With its vibrant colors and balanced flavors, curried fruit compote is a delightful addition to any meal.

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

HOT CURRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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This colorful, delicious side dish is a favorite with baked ham but also works well with traditional turkey and other poultry entrees. The curry gives it an interesting flavor, and it's a nice substitute for cranberry sauce. -Carole Martin, Vernon, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cans (8 ounces each) pineapple chunks
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) peach halves
1 can (15 ounces) pear halves
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 jar (14 ounces) spiced apple rings, drained
1 jar (6 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained

Steps:

  • Drain the pineapple, peaches and pears, reserving juices; set the fruit aside. In a saucepan, combine the cornstarch, sugars and curry powder. Gradually stir in reserved juices until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in apple rings and reserved fruit; heat through. Remove from the heat; stir in cherries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 9mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

HOT CURRIED FRUIT



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Baked and served hot, this soothing side dish is made with a colorful blend of handy canned fruits. It's simple to prepare yet special enough to serve at an Easter buffet. -Elizabeth Hunter, Prosperity, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cans (15 ounces) apricot halves, drained
1 can (29 ounces) pear halves, drained
1 can (29 ounces) peach halves, drained
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
3/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon curry powder

Steps:

  • In a 2-1/2-qt. casserole, combine fruit and raisins. Melt butter in a small saucepan; stir in brown sugar and curry powder. Cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved. Pour over fruit mixture; mix gently. Cover and bake at 400° for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (49g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CURRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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One of the specialities of the southern regions of India is cooked fruit mixed with yogurt. This versatile dish can be served as appetizer, a dessert, or a side dish, and although it is usually served warm, it is also quite good cold.

Provided by morgainegeiser

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb pineapple chunk
1 large ripe pear
1 large sweet apple, unpeeled, quartered, cored and then sliced 1/8 inch thick
12 dried apricots, havles cut in half
12 prunes, cut in half
1/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
2 teaspoons curry powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Have a 2 quart covered casserole ready.
  • Drain pineapple, reserving liquid.
  • Combine pineapple and remaining fresh and dried fruit in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, combine resrved pineapple juice with brown sugar and curry powder.
  • Mix well and pour over fruit. Mix until fruit is evenly covered.
  • Place in prepared casserole. Bake covered, 1 hour.
  • Serve warm or cold. Top with yogurt if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.6, Fat 0.3, Sodium 2.8, Carbohydrate 26.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 20.6, Protein 1

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     dessert

Time 18m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups port wine
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup mixed dried fruit
1/2 cup dried cranberries
Low-fat vanilla frozen yogurt, desired amount
Toasted slivered almonds, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, simmer together port wine and sugar over medium-high heat until the sugar has dissolved. Add dried fruit and dried cranberries. Bring mixture to a boil and reduce to a simmer for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Serve over frozen yogurt and garnish with toasted slivered almonds.

CURRIED FRUIT



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Add curry powder to this fruit salad for flavorful twist - a delicious side dish made in a slow cooker!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 3h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks in juice or syrup, drained
1 can (15 1/4 ounces) sliced pears, drained
1 can (15 1/4 ounces) sliced peaches, drained
1 can (15 1/4 ounces) apricot halves, drained
1/2 cup maraschino cherries, drained
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup margarine or butter, melted
2 to 3 teaspoons curry powder

Steps:

  • Arrange pineapple, pears, peaches, apricots and cherries in 3 1/2- to 6-quart slow cooker. Mix remaining ingredients; spoon over fruit.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 3 to 4 hours to develop the flavors.
  • Serve warm or chilled. To chill, cool about 2 hours, then spoon fruit into container; cover and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 80 mg

MOM'S CURRIED FRUIT



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This is my favorite traditional side dish for our holiday meals... it may sound a bit on the weird side... but go for it!

Provided by Carrie

Categories     Side Dish     Curry Side Dish Recipes

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) can sliced pears, well drained
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
1 (15 ounce) can apricot halves, drained
2 (15 ounce) cans sliced peaches
1 (4 ounce) jar maraschino cherries
¼ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup white sugar
3 teaspoons curry powder
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
  • Drain the fruit and arrange it in an oven-proof casserole dish. Dot the fruit with butter or margarine. Mix the sugars and the curry powder together, sprinkle over the top of the fruit.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) until slightly brown, about 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.6 calories, Carbohydrate 57.6 g, Cholesterol 6.8 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 43.9 mg, Sugar 35 g

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Spray your knife with cooking spray to prevent dried fruit from sticking to it.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups apple cider
12 dried apricots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
6 dried pear halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3/4 cup golden raisins
3/4 cup dried cherries
2 cinnamon sticks
1 half-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 pinch of freshly ground white pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce to simmer, and cook until fruit is soft and liquid is thick, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove cinnamon and ginger, and discard. Serve hot, at room temperature, or cold.

ROASTED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Peach, plum, and apricot halves are topped with a sweet and spicy sugar mixture and baked until tender.

Provided by In The Raw

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     In The Raw® Sweeteners

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon soft butter
4 ripe firm peaches, peeled, halved, pitted
4 ripe firm plums peeled, halved, pitted
4 ripe firm apricots peeled, halved, pitted
½ cup Sugar In The Raw®
½ teaspoon ground cardamom or cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Mascarpone cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Butter 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with 1 tablespoon butter. Place fruit in single layer, cut sides of fruit facing up, in dish. In small bowl, mix Sugar In The Raw, cardamom, ginger, nutmeg and lemon peel. Sprinkle sugar mixture generously over fruit. Drizzle lemon juice over fruit. Bake 20 minutes or until fruit is tender and juices are bubbly. Spoon fruit into 8 dessert dishes and drizzle with some of the roasting juices. Top with spoonfuls of mascarpone.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Cholesterol 21.3 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 20 mg, Sugar 22.2 g

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     easy, dessert

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound mixed dried fruit: apples, apricots, pears, peaches, prunes, figs
Cold water to cover
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon honey (or to taste)
Juice 1 orange
2 tablespoons chopped toasted almonds
1 cup creme fraiche

Steps:

  • Simmer the fruit in water to cover for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until soft. Remove to a bowl and reduce liquid in saucepan to half a cup.
  • Add the orange and lemon peel, honey and orange juice. Stir until honey has melted, correct sweetening and pour the mixture over the fruit. Leave at room temperature.
  • Just before serving, sprinkle the fruit with the almonds. Serve the creme fraiche separately.

HOT CURRIED FRUIT



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Curry powder, brown sugar, and canned fruits come together in this wonderful recipe that can be eaten as a side dish (great with a pork roast!) or serve as a dessert (spoon over some vanilla ice cream-yum!) I hope you enjoy this!!

Provided by TGirl

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

29 ounces canned apricot halves, drained
29 ounces canned pear halves in natural juice, drained
29 ounces canned peach halves, drained
20 ounces canned pineapple chunks, drained
3/4 cup golden raisin
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon curry powder

Steps:

  • Melt butter in small pot, then add brown sugar and curry powder, stirring over low heat until sugar is dissolved.
  • Combine all fruits in a 2 1/2 quart dish, then pour curry sugar mixture over fruit, tossing gently to coat.
  • Cover dish and bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose Fresh and Ripe Fruits: For the best flavor and texture, select fresh, ripe fruits that are free of blemishes and bruises.
  • Use a Variety of Fruits: Experiment with different fruits to create unique and flavorful compotes. Some popular choices include apples, pears, peaches, apricots, cherries, berries, and rhubarb.
  • Adjust the Sugar and Spices: The amount of sugar and spices you add to the compote will depend on your personal preference. Start with a small amount and adjust to taste.
  • Don't Overcook the Fruits: Cook the fruits only until they are tender but still hold their shape. Overcooking will make them mushy.
  • Let the Compote Cool: Allow the compote to cool slightly before serving. This will help the flavors to develop and meld together.

Conclusion:

Curried fruit compote is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It can be served as a side dish, a topping for yogurt or ice cream, or as a filling for pies and tarts. With its sweet and savory flavor, curried fruit compote is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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