Pear with rock sugar–two ways (冰糖雪梨)
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Pear with rock sugar–two ways (冰糖雪梨)
Description
Pear with rock sugar–two ways (冰糖雪梨) provides options for a dessert using Asian pears. In the boiled version, pear slices, rock sugar, goji berries, and Chinese dates are cooked together in water until tender and sweetened, resulting in a flavorful and warming treat.
The steamed version involves hollowing whole pears, filling them with rock sugar and goji berries, reassembling the top portion, and steaming for about 40 minutes. This method preserves the pear's shape and yields a soft, syrupy interior.
Both versions highlight the delicate sweetness from rock sugar and the nutritional qualities attributed to goji berries and Chinese dates. The dessert can be served warm or chilled, catering to preference.
Peeling the pears is optional depending on texture preference; leaving the skin imparts a slightly different mouthfeel without altering the flavor substantially.
Ingredients
For boiled version
- 2 Asian pear See note 1
- 1.5 tablespoon rock sugar or to taste
- 1 tablespoon Goji berries dried
- 6-8 Chinese dates dried
- 1.5 cups water
For steamed version
- 2 Asian pear See note 1
- 1.5 tablespoon rock sugar
- 1 tablespoon Goji berries dried
Instructions
To boil the pears
- Remove the cores of the pears then slice them the way you like.
- Add pear and all the other ingredients into a pot.
- Firstly cook on high heat. Turn the heat down to low when the water starts boiling.
- Continue to cook for 15-20 minutes (see note 2).
To steam the pears
- Cut off the top part of the pears (about ⅕ to ¼ of the total height).
- Use a teaspoon to remove the cores. Fill the holes with rock sugar and half of the Goji berries.
- Put the top part back (you can use toothpicks to stabilize the two parts) then put the pears vertically into 2 small bowls.
- Sprinkle the remaining Goji berries around the pears. Steam on medium heat for about 40 minutes (see note 2).
Notes
- Peeling the pear is optional and affects texture more than taste.
- Serving warm or chilled are both acceptable; chilling mellows flavors.
- Adjust rock sugar quantity to preferred sweetness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 138 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 138kcal | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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