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Star-anise apple compote
Small apple pieces soften with one whole star anise.
Prep 10 minCook 20 minServes 4Easy
Images are AI-generated serving illustrations; actual portions and results may vary.
GET EVERYTHING READY
Everything you’ll need.
For 4 servings. Tap each ingredient as you get it ready.
Use the written amounts, not the portions shown in the illustrations. US volume and weight equivalents are approximate.
What equipment do I need?
Lidded saucepan.
The recipe at a glance.
See the sequence, then follow the full instructions below.
FOLLOW ALONG
4 simple steps.
One delicious result.
Illustrative preparation stage 1 Combine
No heat
Have readyAll ingredients
- Place apples, water, sugar, lemon juice and star anise in pan.
Illustrative preparation stage 2 Soften
Low
Have readyNone
- Cook covered at a gentle simmer.
SPICE MAGICStar Anise WholeView this spice →Next: Thicken ↓Illustrative preparation stage 3 Illustrative preparation stage 4 Remove spice
Off heat
Have readyNone
- Discard star anise before spooning compote into bowls.
AT THE TABLE
A few good things alongside.
Plain yogurt
Green salad
Basmati rice
AI-generated serving suggestions. Side dishes are separate from the recipe quantities.
A few things worth knowing.
Recipe development status
Untested original draft; kitchen review is required before publication.
Measuring your ingredients
Metric weights are preferred; US volumes are approximate.
FROM YOUR SPICE SHELF