Marsala Caramelized Pears (Vegan Recipe)
Marsala caramelized pears are juicy, tender, and just the right amount of sweet, making them an absolute treat. They’re super easy and quick to whip up, and the fragrant spices will fill your kitchen with a wonderful aroma.
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized Kaiser pears not too ripe
- 500 ml sweet Marsala or other fortified wine of your choice
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3-4 whole cloves
- 1 vanilla bean split lengthwise (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract)
- Zest of 1 lemon optional
- Water if needed
Instructions
- For a quick and tasty treat, pick pears that are slightly firm, not too ripe, so they hold their shape while cooking. Give them a rinse and peel off the skin, but leave the core and stem intact.
- Place the pears in a tall, narrow saucepan where they fit comfortably without being cramped.
- Pour in enough Marsala wine to submerge them, then add sugar, a cinnamon stick, cloves, lemon zest, and vanilla. Top up with water if needed until the pears are fully covered.
- Bring to a boil, then let them gently simmer over medium heat for around 15 minutes until tender but still holding their form.
- Carefully transfer the pears to a plate once done, and reduce the Marsala sauce for a few extra minutes.
- Serve the warm pears right away, drizzled with spoonfuls of the rich sauce.