Description
Indulge in the sweet and caramelized goodness of pan-fried peaches. This quick and easy recipe brings out the natural flavors of the fruit with a hint of warm spices, making it a versatile dish for desserts or breakfast.
Ingredients
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Fried Peaches:
- 4 fresh peaches
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cut and prepare the peaches: Slice each peach in half vertically and remove the seed.
- Melt butter and sugar: In a pan, melt butter and add brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and salt. Mix well.
- Cook the peaches: Place peaches in the pan with the cut side down. Cook for 5-7 minutes until caramelized.
- Flip and cook: Gently turn the peaches over and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with your choice of accompaniment like ice cream, yogurt, or pancakes.
Notes
- You can use a variety of fruits for this recipe like nectarines, apples, or pineapples.
- For peach slices, ensure they are not too thin to prevent breaking during sautéing.
- If desired, cook longer for a smoky flavor or experiment with additional spices like nutmeg or cloves.
- Explore different sweeteners such as maple syrup or honey for varied flavors.
- Vegans can substitute dairy butter with coconut oil or vegan butter.
- A grill pan can be used for a different cooking method, and salted butter can replace unsalted butter if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 peach half
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
