HONEYDEW COMPOTE
A delightful syrup for a fresh-tasting fruit dessert. Garnished with a slice or two of prosciutto or Bayonne ham, this dish makes a nice appetizer. (Eating Well, Summer 2002)
Provided by Enduring Gastronomy
Categories Dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 6 cups, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine lime zest and juice, water, sugar, ginger and serrano in a small saucepan.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes.
- Let cool to room temperature, about 25 minutes.
- Strain syrup into a large bowl. Use a spoon to press on solids to extract maximum flavor.
- Add melons and toss to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Sprinkle with mint and granish with fig slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.1, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 47.2, Carbohydrate 34.7, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 30.2, Protein 1.6
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