Serves 2
10 min
Mojito Poached Plums
Recipe GLPR5d3324a83ffd40
A refreshing Caribbean-inspired dessert featuring fresh plums gently poached in a minty, citrus-infused syrup with a hint of dark rum. Ready in just 10 minutes, this elegant yet simple treat brings tropical flair to any meal.
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Ingredients
12-15 large spearmint leaves, plus more for garnish
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
3 large firm plums, peeled, pitted, and sliced into 6-8 pieces each
1 pinch kosher salt
1 tablespoon lime zest
2 tablespoons and 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice, divided
2 tablespoons dark rum, or to taste
Directions
In a small saucepan, combine the spearmint leaves, granulated sugar, and water over medium heat, stirring gently until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a simmer, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the lime zest, 2 tablespoons of the lime juice, and a pinch of kosher salt to the simmering syrup and stir to combine.
Carefully place the plum slices into the hot syrup and remove the pan from the heat. Let the plums rest in the warm liquid for 2-3 minutes to gently poach and absorb the flavors.
Stir in the dark rum and the remaining 1 teaspoon of lime juice, adjusting the amount of rum to your taste preference.
Divide the poached plums and syrup between two serving bowls or glasses, garnish with fresh spearmint leaves, and serve immediately while still warm.
