Rhubarb Compote
Servings 14
This rhubarb compote is quick to make and perfect for desserts, yogurt, or oatmeal. Lightly sweetened with sugar or maple syrup and only 4 ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 pound (454 grams) rhubarb cut into 1/2” pieces (about 4 cups) - see notes if using frozen
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar or 6 tbsp (120 grams) Grade A maple syrup + more to taste
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- pinch salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally. If you need to, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of water to prevent it from burning (some rhubarb takes longer to release its juices).
- Once it starts bubbling, reduce to medium-low.
- Simmer for about 8–15 minutes, until the rhubarb softens and breaks down. It shouldn’t be syrupy, but not quite as thick as jam. If your rhubarb still isn’t tender and it’s getting too thick, add a little more water. It will thicken more as it cools.
- You can use it warm or let it cool until room temperature, about an hour, and then refrigerate for another 1-2 hours until cold if using in a dessert. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
- If using frozen rhubarb, do not thaw before using. Add it straight to the saucepan while frozen, otherwise it will release too much liquid and throw off the consistency. Expect it to be closer to the longer end of the cooking time. Frozen rhubarb releases more juice as it cooks, so you’re less likely to need to add water (and may not need any at all), but you may want to turn down the heat at the beginning and cover it. Also keep in mind that the color will be more beige with a little pink rather than a pretty pink!
- If you're paleo, make sure to use maple syrup and not granulated sugar.
- This recipe yields 468 grams or 1.83 cups.
- The nutrition information provided is calculated as a courtesy and is only an estimate. I am not a licensed nutritionist or dietitian. For the most accurate nutritional data, consult a professional or use your preferred calculator. Info calculated based on 2-tablespoon (32-gram) servings.
Nutrition
Serving: 2 tablespoonsCalories: 34.6kcalCarbohydrates: 8.7gProtein: 0.3gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 1.4mgPotassium: 94.8mgFiber: 0.6gSugar: 7.5gVitamin A: 33.2IUVitamin C: 3.2mgCalcium: 28.2mgIron: 0.1mgNet Carbs: 8
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