Best 11 Dried Fruit Compote Polish Kompot Recipes

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Dried fruit compote, known as "kompot" in Polish, is a delicious and refreshing beverage perfect for any occasion. It is made by simmering dried fruits in water and sugar until the fruits are plump and the liquid becomes flavorful. Kompot is a popular drink in Poland and many other countries, and it is often served as a cold beverage during hot summer days or as a warm beverage during cold winter nights. It can also be used as a base for desserts such as cakes, pies, and mousses. With its sweet and tangy taste, kompot is a delicious and versatile drink that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

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

POLISH DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE RECIPE (CHRISTMAS)



Polish Dried Fruit Compote Recipe (Christmas) image

This Polish Christmas dried fruit compote is a delicious drink served as part of traditional Polish Christmas Eve celebrations.

Provided by Monika Dabrowski

Categories     Beverage

Time 23m

Number Of Ingredients 9

500 g prunes (pitted)
1.3 l water
6 cloves
1 short cinnamon stick
10 g fresh ginger piece (about 1.5 cm long, peeled - not traditional, but works well!)
1/4 tsp each: nutmeg and allspice
1/2 orange, peel only
1.5 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients (not the lemon juice) in a medium size pot, cover and bring to the boil. Lower the heat and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from the heat and add the lemon juice. Set aside to cool or serve hot. You can separate the fruit from the liquid before serving but this is optional. You can serve the compote using a ladle or transfer it into a jug.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Carbohydrate 57 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 13 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 35 g, Calories 216 kcal

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup dried apricots
1/2 cup dates
1/2 cup dried figs
2 cups red wine
2 cups ruby port
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup pistachios, minced
1/2 cup almonds, minced
1/2 cup walnuts, minced
parsley
cilantro
fine sea salt
pimente d'espelette

Steps:

  • Place all the dried fruit in a large rondeau.
  • Add the red wine and port, almost covering the fruit. Add the spices. Season with fine sea salt and pimente d'espelette.
  • Cook over medium heat until the fruit has absorbed all the liquid. Fold in the nuts and herbs.

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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This dried fruit compote recipe is the perfect ending to a filling Passover Seder feast. It also works well for a Shabbat dessert or Tu B'Shvat treat.

Provided by Giora Shimoni

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup dried plums (or prunes, pitted)
1 cup dried apricots
1 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup sugar
1 strip of lemon rind
2 whole cloves
1/4 teaspoon allspice
Garnish: walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a medium saucepan, add the dried pitted prunes, dried apricots, and golden raisins. Add enough water to just cover the fruit. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the sugar, lemon peel, whole cloves, and ground allspice. Stir until the sugar dissolves, adding a little water if the mixture seems dry.
  • Continue to simmer gently, uncovered, for 10 to 15 minutes or until the fruit has softened, and the syrup is thick.
  • Remove lemon peel and cloves, and discard.
  • Chill several hours before serving, garnished with chopped walnuts, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 5 mg, Sugar 41 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

POLISH DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE RECIPE - KOMPOT



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Polish dried fruit compote, known as kompot, is a traditional stewed-fruit dessert for a traditional Christmas Eve dinner, known as wigilia.

Provided by Barbara Rolek

Categories     Dessert     Condiment     Sauce

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 pounds dried fruits (prunes, apricots, figs, apples, peaches, pears, berries, etc.)
8 cups water
8 whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
Optional: ​ lemon zest
Optional: 1 cup sugar (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 5 mg, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 12 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE - POLISH KOMPOT



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Polish dried fruit compote is a dessert of stewed fruit eaten year-round in Poland, but it is especially popular in the fall and winter. It uses summer's bounty that has been preserved by drying, and then reconstituted with sugar, water and spices. It is a traditional Christmas Eve (wigilia) dessert and originally was made with 12 dried fruits to represent the 12 apostles. When made thicker, it's wonderful served on toast or ice cream. It's also a great edible gift, but it must be refrigerated. It keeps for about 1 week. Cooking time approximate. Courtesy of Barbara Rolek.

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Fruit

Time 25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 lbs dried fruits (prunes, apricots, figs, apples, peaches, pears, berries)
8 cups water
8 whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
lemon zest (optional)
1 cup sugar (to taste)

Steps:

  • Bring fruit, water, cloves, cinnamon, zest, if using, and sugar to a boil, stirring frequently.
  • Simmer, covered, for about 20 minutes or until fruit is tender and syrup has thickened slightly.
  • Add more water if you like a looser consistency or reduce by further simmering for a thicker compote.
  • Cool quickly and transfer to containers.
  • Refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 8.3, Carbohydrate 17.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 16.7, Protein 0.1

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup chopped dried apples
1/3 cup chopped dried pears
1/3 cup raisins
1/3 cup dried cranberries or cherries
2/3 cup dried apricots
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
1/2 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest
1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste
1 cup water
Serving suggestion: ice cream.

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine all of the dried fruit and add enough hot water to cover by an inch. Soak for 20 minutes. Drain the mixture.
  • In a saucepan combine the fruit with the sugar, the lemon and orange zests, the lemon juice, and the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer the mixture for 10 to 20 minutes, or until the fruit is tender. Remove the pan from the heat and let the compote cool. The compote will keep for a week if covered and chilled. Serve the compote at room temperature with ice cream.

KOMPOT Z SUSZU: POLISH DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE DRINK



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Provided by Polonist

Categories     Polish Drinks & Cocktails

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 oz (140 g) dried apples; can be a mix of dried and smoked
3 oz (85 g) dried prunes
3 oz (85 g) dried apricots
3 oz (85 g) dried figs
3 oz (85 g) dried pears
1 oz (30 g) dried cranberries
3 quarts (just under 3 litres) water
2 star anise, whole
1 small cinnamon stick
½ vanilla pod, whole; optional
8-10 greed cardamom seeds; optional
zest of 1 orange; pith-free
1 lemon, juiced
sugar; optional
fresh orange slices; optional
fresh rosemary sprigs; optional

Steps:

  • Rinse all dried fruit under running water (you can use a sieve). Alternatively, fill a pot with cold water and rinse them there, then pour the water out.
  • Add all dried fruit into the pot. Pour the water in.
  • [Optional step - soaking the fruit] Cover the pot with a lid and set it aside in a cool place for 12 hours or overnight
  • Add in the spices (star anise, cinnamon stick, half of a vanilla pod, cardamom seeds) and orange zest.
  • Cover the pot with a lid and bring to boil. Reduce the heat to a minimum and cook for anywhere between 30 and 90 minutes. I believe the longer - the better, but if you don't have enough time, that's okay too
  • Once the time is up, switch off the heat. Add in the lemon juice and stir. Have a taste - if you enjoy sweeter drinks, now it's a good moment to add some honey or sugar. Add a single tablespoon at a time, it's easy to overdo it.
  • [Optional step - resting] When the drink cools down, move it to a dark, cool place (e.g. basement, pantry or in a colder climate - terrace or balcony) and leave it there for a few hours, or even overnight. This seems to draw even more flavour from the fruit and the kompot becomes sweeter and thicker.
  • [Optional] Drain the contents of the pot. If you don't mind having your drink WITH the fruit, you can skip this step.
  • You'll end up with approx. just over 3 pints (1.5 quarts, 1.5 litres) of strong, flavourful kompot (the rest of the liquid has evaporated). If it's too strong for your liking, you can dilute it with water.
  • Serve in a tall jug or pour into glasses. Decorate with fresh orange slices and rosemary twigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Carbohydrate 46 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 1 grams fat, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 4 milligrams sodium, Sugar 31 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams unsaturated fat

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.

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Provided by Joe Gannon

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Sauce     Fruit     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Prune     Pear     Apricot     Fall     Calvados     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 dried pitted prunes
12 dried apricot halves
6 dried pear halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 3/4 cups apple juice
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon Calvados (apple brandy) or brandy

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to simmer over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer until fruit is tender and juices are reduced to very thick syrup, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.

POLISH TWELVE FRUIT COMPOTE



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This is from a library book about Christmas in Poland. It sites: "The Culinary Arts Institute Polish Cookbook". I haven't tried it yet but I may this Christmas. Sounds like it has flavor and fiber!

Provided by Engrossed

Categories     Oranges

Time 50m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups water
1 lb mixed dried fruit (including pears, figs, apricots and peaches)
1 cup pitted prune
1/2 cup raisins or 1/2 cup currants
1 cup pitted sweet cherries
2 apples, peeled and sliced or 6 ounces dried apples, slices
1/2 cup cranberries
1 cup sugar
1 lemon, sliced
6 whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches each)
1 orange
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds or 1/2 cup pitted plum
1/2 cup fruit-flavored brandy

Steps:

  • In a 6 quart pot combine water, mixed dried fruits, prunes and raisins. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer about 20 minutes, or until the fruits are plump and tender.
  • Add the cherries, apples and cranberries. Stir in sugar, lemon and spices. Cover, simmer 5 minutes.
  • Grate orange and reserve peel. Peel and section orange and add to pot.
  • Stir in grapes or alternatives and brandy. Bring just to boiling and remove from heat.
  • Stir in orange peel.
  • Cover and let stand for 15 minutes.

FRUIT KOMPOT



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A great way to use up overripe fruit, this invigorating Eastern European beverage is a little like a grown-up fruit punch. Peaches, nectarines, and plums are perfect but any combination of soft, fragrant fruit will work. Kompot is great as is, but you can spike it, too: Just add a splash of vodka or gin to the pitcher, or top off glasses with Champagne.

Provided by Lauryn Tyrell

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Time 4h45m

Yield Makes 1 1/2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 pounds stone fruit, such as peaches, plums, cherries, and/or apricots, pitted and chopped (6 cups)
2 cups mixed fresh berries
1/2 cup sugar
2 cinnamon sticks, broken up into pieces
1 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large heavy pot combine stone fruit, berries, sugar, and cinnamon sticks. Mash with a spoon or potato masher and let stand 10 minutes to release juices.
  • Add 8 cups water to pot and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 10 minutes. Skim foam from surface. Remove from heat; let cool completely.
  • Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours and up to 12 hours. Strain through a sieve and add fresh lemon juice to taste, up to 3 tablespoons.
  • Serve over ice with more chopped fruit, if desired. Kompot can be refrigerated in an airtight container up to 1 week.

Tips:

  • Choose the right fruits for your compote. Some fruits, such as apples, pears, and plums, are more suitable for compote than others.
  • Use a variety of fruits to create a more flavorful compote. You can also add spices, such as cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, to enhance the flavor.
  • Don't overcook the fruits. They should be tender but still hold their shape.
  • Let the compote cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to develop.
  • Serve the compote with yogurt, ice cream, or pancakes.

Conclusion:

Polish kompot is a delicious and refreshing drink that can be enjoyed all year round. It is a great way to use up fresh or dried fruits, and it is also a healthy and nutritious snack. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make your own kompot at home.

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