Easy Strawberry Compote (20 Minutes)
This easy strawberry compote can be made with fresh or frozen strawberries and takes 20 minutes from start to finish.
Ingredients
- 1 lbs Strawberries
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- ⅓ cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoon Water
Instructions
- Cut the strawberries in half and place them in a saucepan. Add the sugar, orange zest, and lemon juice, and mix constantly over medium-high heat.
- Decrease the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes mixing occasionally.
- To thicken up the compote, mix the cornstarch in a small bowl with a little bit of water and pour it into the strawberry mixture mixing constantly. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
- Let it cool for about 10 minutes, and serve it over ice cream, pancakes, crepes, or waffles, or let it cool completely and serve it over a cold dessert like cheesecakes.
Notes
- Cut the strawberries into thick or small pieces. If you like larger pieces of strawberries in your sauce, keep the strawberry chunks larger.
- Keep in mind that the sauce thickens as it chills, if it looks too runny, you may need to let it cool before adding more cornstarch to make it thicker.
- Select fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture. Avoid using overripe or underripe berries, as they can affect the overall quality of your compote.
- Thoroughly rinse the strawberries under cool water to remove any dirt or debris. Carefully remove the green tops and any white parts near the stem to ensure a smooth, flavorful compote.
- For a smooth sauce, don't blend the strawberries before cooking them. It will make the mixture runny. Simply cook it as written in the instructions and then blend the finished sauce.
- If you are looking for a chunky consistency, cut your strawberries in half. If you are looking for a smoother texture, cut the strawberries into smaller pieces and they will break while cooking.
- Taste the strawberries before making the sauce. If they are sourer and less sweet, add more sugar. If they are very sweet, use less sugar.
- Simmer the strawberries over low heat to allow them to release their natural juices and soften gradually. This gentle cooking method helps preserve the fruit's shape and prevents scorching.
- Allow the compote to cool completely before storing or serving. This cooling period allows the flavors to meld and the texture to set, resulting in a more delicious final product.
Nutrition
Calories: 53kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 0.4gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.03gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg
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