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Fruit Confit Recipe

Impress your friends and family with this vibrant and flavorful Fruit Confit, a delectable recipe from culinary legend Jacques Pépin! This elegant preserve is perfect as a unique homemade gift or a sophisticated accompaniment to poultry, roasts, and even latkes. The sweet and tart grapefruit is simmered to perfection, creating a luxuriously textured and intensely flavorful condiment. Easy to make and even easier to love, this recipe is a must-try for both experienced cooks and enthusiastic beginners.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 274.1 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Fruit Confit

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How to Make Fruit Confit

  1. Using a vegetable peeler, remove the zest from 2 large grapefruits in thin strips, avoiding the white pith.
  2. Carefully segment the grapefruits over a bowl to collect the juice. You should have approximately 1 cup of juice.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine the grapefruit segments, zest, juice, 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup water, and 1/4 cup orange liqueur (optional).
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, partially cover, and simmer gently for 30-40 minutes, or until the grapefruit is translucent and the syrup has thickened slightly. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool completely. Skim off any foam that may have formed on the surface.
  6. Carefully spoon the confit into sterilized small jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace. Wipe the rims clean, seal tightly, and refrigerate. Enjoy within a month for optimal freshness.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

183g

Fat

0g

Carbs

22g

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