Tea Poached Prunes Kumquats

Elevate your dessert repertoire with this alluring recipe for Tea Poached Prunes and Kumquats—a sophisticated blend of fruity elegance and spiced aromatics. Perfectly marrying the deep, earthy flavor of black tea with a medley of honey, cinnamon, star anise, and vanilla bean, this dish transforms humble prunes and tangy kumquats into a gourmet delight. Poached in a lightly spiced syrup and infused with lemon zest, the fruits become tender and imbued with vibrant flavors that are both comforting and refreshing. Easy to prepare in under 35 minutes, this versatile recipe is ideal for impressing dinner guests or indulging in a refined treat at home. Serve warm or at room temperature, with a drizzle of the fragrant syrup, and optionally pair with creamy yogurt or crunchy nuts for added decadence. Keywords: tea poached prunes, poached kumquats, spiced syrup dessert, black tea recipes, fruit poaching.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Prunes
• 150 grams Kumquats
• 2 teaspoons Black tea leaves
• 500 milliliters Water
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 1 stick Cinnamon stick
• 1 piece Star anise
• 1 bean Vanilla bean
• 1 strip Lemon zest
• 1 pinch Salt

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the prunes and kumquats thoroughly under cool running water. Halve the kumquats and remove any visible seeds.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 500 milliliters of water to a gentle boil. Remove from heat and add the black tea leaves. Let the tea steep for 5 minutes, then strain the tea into a clean saucepan, discarding the leaves.

Step 3

To the strained tea, add honey, cinnamon stick, star anise, vanilla bean (split lengthwise), lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the prunes and kumquats to the simmering tea syrup. Lower the heat and allow the fruit to poach gently for 15–20 minutes, or until the prunes are plump and tender, and the kumquats are soft but still hold their shape.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the fruit cool in the spiced syrup for about 10 minutes. This will allow the flavors to intensify.

Step 6

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the poached prunes and kumquats to serving dishes. Drizzle with some of the spiced tea syrup and serve warm or at room temperature. Optionally, garnish with a dollop of yogurt or a sprinkle of chopped nuts for added texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	936.6 grams (936.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	806

Total Fat 2.10g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.20g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 174mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 206.50g	75%
Dietary Fiber 27.30g	98%
Total Sugars 137.20g
Protein 8.90g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 295mg	23%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 1795mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.1%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 93.8%