Elderflower & Gooseberry Compote
Recipe by Luke Jefford
Using our elderflower syrup, a simple & tangy compote that pairs well sweet desserts. Depending on your pallette, you may decide it needs a little more sugar.
Ingredients
250g Gooseberries (+ extra 150g)
150g Elderfower syrup
1/2 Lime sliced
1 Cinnamon stick
1 Star anise
Method
Step 1
Heat the syrup, 250g gooseberries, lime, cinnamon & anise, gently in a pan for 10 minutes.
Step 2
Remove the lime, star anise & cinnamon & puree in a blender.
Step 3
With your hands, crush the remaining 150g of gooseberries until looking rustic. Place in a kitchen towel and squeeze out any liquid.
Step 4
Add in to the puree. Simples.
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