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Braised Pears with a Soy-Ginger Glaze

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Braised Pears with a Soy-Ginger GlazeUSA Pears

This delightful side dish can be made 1 to 2 days before serving. Refrigerate in a covered container. Serve this dish with grilled pork tenderloin or chops. It would also be delicious with roast or grilled chicken.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    20 minutes

  • Yield

    4 servings

Ingredients

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
1/2 cup packed golden brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 firm but ripe Bartlett or Bosc USA Pears, peeled, halved lengthwise, and cored
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a 10-inch saute pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the soy sauce, ginger, sugar, and cayenne pepper. Stir until the sugar is melted and the ingredients are well combined and then reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the pears, cut side down, and simmer, basting frequently, until the pears are tender when pierced with a knife, about 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer the pears to a microwave-safe serving dish.

    Step 2

    Bring the liquid in the pan back to a slow boil and add the vinegar. Simmer the sauce until it is thick and syrupy, about 3 minutes. Pour the sauce over the pears and serve immediately or set aside until ready to serve. If needed, reheat in the microwave just before serving.

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