Blueberry Compote

Ingredients and Weight:

• Fresh blueberries: 500g
• Sugar: 100g
• Water: 500ml
• Orange juice: 200ml
• Lemon juice: 2 tbsp
• Cinnamon powder: 1 tsp

Preparation Time: 45 minutes (including preparation and cooking time)

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, water, and bring to a boil.
2. Once the mixture starts boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Stir in the orange juice and lemon juice.
4. Sprinkle the cinnamon powder over the compote and mix well.
5. Continue to cook for another 10 minutes or until the blueberries are soft and the compote has thickened.
6. Remove from heat and let it cool before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 230 kcal (depending on the ingredients used)
• Carbohydrates: 48g
• Fat: 2g
• Protein: 2g (approx.)

Dish Characteristics:

• This blueberry compote has a sweet and sour taste with a hint of citrusy flavor from the lemon juice and orange juice.
• The cinnamon adds a warm and aromatic flavor to the compote.
• It's a great accompaniment to breakfast, brunch, or as a dessert with ice cream or cake.

User Comments:

1. "This blueberry compote was delicious! The combination of flavors was spot on."
2. "I loved the cinnamon in this compote, it gave a nice warm flavor."
3. "I served this with my morning oatmeal, it was the perfect pairing."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh blueberries for best results. If fresh blueberries are not available, frozen ones can be used as a substitute.
• Adjust the amount of sugar according to your preference. If you prefer a less sweet compote, you can reduce the sugar quantity.
• Store any leftover compote in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.