FRIED ASIAN PEARS

What is your "go-to quick and easy spur-of-the-moment" dessert when your sweet tooth takes over your will power and you just have to have something that would satisfy your sweet cravings? Mine is fried fruit. It's easy-peel, cut and fry. It's quick, only takes a couple of minutes to make start to finish. And it requires zero planning (well, except purchase of the said fruit, that is) and you can literally make it any time you are in the mood for dessert. Unexpected family visit, neighbors stopping by, kids whining they want something sweet, husband wondering if there is any treat laying around in the fridge - just whip out your frying pan and voila! Fresh, delicious, yummy and nutritious dessert you won't feel guilty about serving to your loved ones or enjoying yourself.

I prefer asian pears because they are firm, crisp, juicy, sweet and hold their shape well when cooked. They actually become sweeter and juicier when heat treated. They have a low glycemic index that will not raise your blood glucose quickly. Asian pears are rich in fiber, potassium, copper and vitamins K and C.

This is definitely out-of-the-box recipe that will surprise your loved ones and hopefully will encourage them to have a new look at unique and unconventional produce at your grocery store. It certainly worked on my kids.

You can absolutely have them on their own or combine with my gluten-sugar-dairy-free waffles or pancakes.

I do not add any liquor to this recipe because I am a responsible parent :) But if you are only serving these to adults that don't mind to partake in some alcohol consumption then by all means, add a tablespoon (or two) of grand marnier to a mixing bowl with vanilla extract and lemon juice before giving your pears a shower full of amazing flavor.

Nutrition Facts

FRIED ASIAN PEARS

Amount Per Serving (1 pear)

Calories 135 Calories from Fat 27

% Daily Value*

Fat 3g5%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Cholesterol 3mg1%

Sodium 2mg0%

Potassium 206mg6%

Carbohydrates 29g10%

Fiber 6g25%

Sugar 19g21%

Protein 1g2%

Vitamin A 45IU1%

Vitamin C 8mg10%

Calcium 16mg2%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Cook Time7

Total Time7

Course: Dessert

Keyword: fried dessert, fried fruit, gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, fiber, nutritious dessert, healthy dessert

Servings: people

Calories: 135kcal

Ingredients

4 asian pears peeled and quartered
1 TSP ghee for frying
1 TSP honey
2 TSP pecans roughly chopped
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 TSP lemon juice

Instructions

Heat ghee on a medium high heat. Once the ghee is hot and sizzling add pears to the pan.
Caramelize pears on all sides, approximately 2 minute per side, until starting to brown.
In a small bowl, mix vanilla extract and lemon juice. Add lemon and vanilla mix to the pan, pour over pears using a tablespoon and sauteé for a couple of minutes.
Arrange pears on a plate, drizzle with honey and sprinkle with nuts.
Enjoy!

Notes

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