Strawberry rhubarb sauce or compote
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Course
Dessert, Condiments
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Cuisine
Fusion, American, International
Strawberry rhubarb sauce or compote
Description
This sauce or compote begins by combining equal parts diced strawberries and rhubarb in a saucepan, along with freshly squeezed lemon juice, sugar adjusted to taste, and a small amount of water. The mixture is brought to a boil and then simmered over low to medium heat until it achieves the desired thickness, typically between 30 and 45 minutes.
The resulting compote features the natural sweetness and acidity of the fruit with a thick, spoonable texture. Its flavor is both vibrant and balanced due to the lemon juice and controlled sugar level.
The sauce can be served either warm or chilled, making it versatile for topping desserts, pancakes, or yogurt, or for spreading on toast. Once cooled, it can be refrigerated to keep fresh.
Ingredients
- 4 cups strawberry diced
- 4 cups rhubarb diced
- 1 lemon juiced
- ½ to ¾ cup sugar adjust based on your preference
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- Combine the strawberries, rhubarb, lemon juice, sugar and water in a medium sized sauce pan.
- Bring it to a boil and let it cook on low to medium heat for about 30-45 minutes, cook less or longer depending on how thick you want it.
- The sauce can be served cold or warm. Keep refrigerated.