Poached pear with goji berries

Poached pear is a favourite of Chinese home medicine and winter desserts: pears (especially Chinese snow pears) are simmered for a long time with rock sugar and ginger until soft and sweet, with a throat-soothing syrup. The goji berries add colour and a slight tartness.

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Method

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1. Scoop the cores out of the pear halves.
2. Bring the water, rock sugar, ginger and spices to the boil in a pot until the sugar dissolves.
3. Add the pears, cut-side down.
4. Cook, covered, over very low heat for 20–25 minutes, turning the pears halfway, until soft but still holding their shape. ⏱ Timer: 20 min
5. Add the goji berries and simmer for 8–10 minutes more. ⏱ Timer: 8 min
6. Remove the ginger and spices and serve the pears warm or chilled in their syrup.

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Tips

• Rock sugar gives a cleaner taste than brown sugar; with honey, stir it in at the end.
• Firm pears will not fall apart.
• The syrup is soothing hot and refreshing cold.
• Keeps in the fridge for 3 days.

Frequently asked questions

What are goji berries?

Dried wolfberries, sweet-tart and rich in antioxidants; a popular ingredient in traditional Chinese cooking.

Is it suitable for children?

Yes, and it can be made with less sugar or honey.

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