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Citrus Compote
1 cup sugar
pinch of sea salt
1/3 cup cornstarch
2 cups water
3 eggs
1/3 cup lemon juice
juice of 1 lime
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon real vanilla extract
1-2 oranges, peeled and separated
1 grapefruit, peeled and separated
In a batter bowl, whisk together the sugar, salt, and cornstarch. Whisk in water. Microwave on high 2 minutes. Whisk well. Microwave another 2 minutes and whisk well. Microwave another 2-3 minutes, and whisk well until thickened. Whisk the eggs in a separate bowl, and add a little of the hot thickened mixture to them. Carefully whisk the warmed eggs into the hot mixture. Add the lemon juice, lime juice, and zest. Microwave on high for 2 minutes. Whisk in vanilla. Allow to cool, covered. Gently stir in the fruits and serve in clear glass dishes, garnished with whipped cream or just mint leaves.
Recipe created 1997-01-13.
