Best 3 Grapefruit Ginger And Star Anise Compote Recipes

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Grapefruit, ginger, and star anise compote is a delectable and versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own, as an accompaniment to a variety of dishes, or as an ingredient in various desserts. The combination of these three ingredients creates a unique and flavorful compote that is both tart and sweet, with a hint of spice from the ginger and star anise. This compote is a great way to use up leftover grapefruit, and it can be made in just a few simple steps.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GRAPEFRUIT, GINGER, AND STAR ANISE COMPOTE



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Categories     Citrus     Ginger     Breakfast     Brunch     Dessert     Quick & Easy     Grapefruit     Winter     Vegan     Anise     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Fat Free     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup water
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh ginger
6 whole star anise*
1/2 tablespoon grated grapefruit peel
3 medium-size pink grapefruits, sectioned
3 medium-size white grapefruits, sectioned

Steps:

  • Bring 1 cup water, sugar, ginger, and star anise to boil in medium saucepan over high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until mixture begins to thicken, about 10 minutes. Stir in grapefruit peel. Reduce heat to low and simmer syrup 30 minutes.
  • Place all grapefruit sections in large bowl. Using slotted spoon, remove ginger from syrup and discard. Pour hot syrup with star anise over grapefruit; let stand at room temperature 1 hour, stirring occasionally. (Can be made 4 hours ahead; cover and chill.) Divide fruit and syrup among 6 small bowls; discard star anise. Serve compote chilled or at room temperature.
  • *Brown star-shaped seedpods, sold at Asian markets, specialty foods stores, and in the spice section of some supermarkets.

SHANDIES TWO WAYS: GINGER AND GRAPEFRUIT



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 10m

Yield 2 drinks

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 ounces light wheat beer
6 ounces grapefruit soda
1 lime
6 ounces light wheat beer
4 ounces ginger beer
1 lemon

Steps:

  • For the grapefruit shandy: Add the beer and grapefruit soda to a pint glass.
  • Squeeze in the juice of 1/2 the lime, and float a lime wheel on top.
  • For the ginger shandy: Add the beer and ginger beer to a pint glass.
  • Squeeze in the juice of 1/3 the lemon, and float a lemon wheel on top.

GRAPEFRUIT MARMALADE WITH VANILLA AND ANISE



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The fruit-to-sugar ratio in this marmalade recipe makes it not too sweet and you can really taste the grapefruit.

Provided by Chris Morocco

Categories     Bon Appétit     Breakfast     Condiment     Condiment/Spread     Jam or Jelly     Grapefruit     Anise     Vanilla     Lemon Juice

Yield Makes about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 3/4-pound ruby red grapefruit (about 2)
2 star anise pods
1 vanilla bean, halved lengthwise
2 cups sugar
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Using a sharp knife, remove peel and white pith from 1 grapefruit and thinly slice. Remove peel and white pith from remaining grapefruit and discard (you won't want all of the peel and pith in the marmalade). Slice flesh of both grapefruits into rounds; remove any seeds.
  • Combine sliced peel, grapefruit, and star anise in a large saucepan; scrape in seeds from vanilla bean and add pod. Toss to combine; pour in 4 cups water and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and gently simmer until reduced by three-quarters, about 1 1/2 hours. Add sugar, return to a simmer, and cook until mixture is thickened and juices are syrupy (mixture will set up when a small amount is spooned onto a cold plate), 1-1 1/2 hours longer.
  • Let marmalade cool slightly, then stir in lemon juice. Spoon into clean jars and let cool.
  • Do Ahead
  • Marmalade can be made 2 months ahead. Cover and chill.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use ripe and juicy grapefruit. Avoid grapefruit that is dry or has thick, pithy skin.
  • Gently zest the grapefruit to avoid getting the bitter white pith.
  • If you don't have fresh ginger, you can use 1 teaspoon of ground ginger.
  • Star anise is a Chinese spice that has a licorice-like flavor. It can be found in most grocery stores.
  • Serve the compote warm or cold. It can be enjoyed on its own, or as a topping for yogurt, oatmeal, or ice cream.

Conclusion:

This grapefruit, ginger, and star anise compote is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many ways. It is a great way to use up leftover grapefruit, and it is also a healthy and refreshing snack or dessert. With its bright citrus flavor and warm spices, this compote is sure to please everyone at your table.

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