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Stewed Rhubarb
This easy 3 ingredient Stewed Rhubarb recipe is a perfect way to use up seasonal rhubarb. Simply cook in minutes and enjoy on custard, yogurt, oatmeal, ice cream etc...
Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
3 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 73 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
American , British
Ingredients
- 14 oz (400g) rhubarb
- 4 tablespoons caster sugar
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Cut the rhubarb into finger-sized pieces.
- Put it into a small pot with the sugar, water, and vanilla and stir it together.
- Bring to the boil then reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 5-7 mins, gently stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb is soft but still holds its shape.
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Notes
- Rhubarb tends to still have dirt on it when it’s in the grocery store, so make sure you thoroughly wash it.
- Do not eat any leaves of the rhubarb plant as they are toxic and can cause stomach discomfort.
- Depending on how you’re using the rhubarb, you can cut the the rhubarb into smaller or longer shapes.
- Do not overcook the rhubarb or it will become mushy. You want to cook it until it holds its shape but is also fork tender.
- If you find that your rhubarb isn’t sweet enough, feel free to add as much caster sugar as you need to create the taste you enjoy.
- Rhubarb tends to still have dirt on it when it’s in the grocery store, so make sure you thoroughly wash it.
- Do not eat any leaves of the rhubarb plant as they are toxic and can cause stomach discomfort.
- Depending on how you’re using the rhubarb, you can cut the the rhubarb into smaller or longer shapes.
- Do not overcook the rhubarb or it will become mushy. You want to cook it until it holds its shape but is also fork tender.
- If you find that your rhubarb isn’t sweet enough, feel free to add as much caster sugar as you need to create the taste you enjoy.
- Instead of vanilla extract, try using lemon, orange, or lime zest to add a bright citrus flavor to the rhubarb.
- Add a touch of cinnamon or ground ginger to the pot for a warming flavor.
- Feel free to add your favorite berries to the mix for a fruity stewed rhubarb.
- You can use green or red rhubarb to make this recipe.
Nutrition Information
Calories
73kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
17g
(6%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Sodium
5mg
(0%)
Potassium
289mg
(8%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
13g
(26%)
Vitamin A
101IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
86mg
(9%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 73
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 73kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 289mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 101IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.