Alpine Chai Poached Pears

Tender pears poached in a fragrant Alpine Chai syrup with orange.

Important: This recipe was created specifically for Alpine Apothecary Alpine Chai Herbal Tea. Do not substitute another tea blend. Most alternatives contain black tea and a different balance of spices, which will alter the flavour, texture and caffeine content.

Makes: 4  |  Preparation: 15 minutes  |  Cooking: 30 to 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 firm pears
• 3 tablespoons Alpine Apothecary Alpine Chai Herbal Tea
• 750 ml water
• 150 g caster sugar
• 3 strips of orange peel
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

1. Peel the pears, leaving the stalks attached.
2. Place the Alpine Apothecary Alpine Chai Herbal Tea, water, sugar and orange peel in a saucepan. Simmer for 8 minutes, then strain.
3. Return the liquid to the saucepan, add the vanilla and pears, and cover with a circle of baking paper.
4. Simmer gently for 20 to 30 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pears are tender.
5. Remove the pears and simmer the liquid until lightly syrupy. Serve warm or chilled with the syrup.

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