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Fresh Rhubarb Honey Orange Sauce

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A quick and easy homemade sauce combining fresh rhubarb, honey, and orange, perfect for drizzling over pancakes, yogurt bowls, oatmeal, or ice cream. This tangy-sweet sauce brightens up breakfasts and adds a fresh fruity flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh rhubarb stalks, chopped (about 500g / 1.1 lbs)
  • 1/3 cup honey (113g)
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice (120ml)
  • Zest of 1 medium orange
  • 1/4 cup water (60ml)
  • 1 tsp fresh grated ginger (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rhubarb stalks and trim off any leaves. Chop into roughly 1/2-inch pieces to yield about 4 cups.
  2. Zest the orange using a microplane and set aside. Cut the orange in half and squeeze out 1/2 cup of fresh juice, removing any seeds.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine chopped rhubarb, honey, orange juice, water, and grated ginger if using. Stir gently to mix.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rhubarb is tender but still a bit chunky and the sauce is syrupy. Add a splash more water if too thick.
  5. Stir in the orange zest and vanilla extract if using, and cook for another 2 minutes to blend flavors.
  6. Taste and adjust sweetness or brightness by adding lemon juice or more honey as desired.
  7. Remove from heat and let cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Transfer to a clean jar or airtight container and refrigerate. Sauce thickens as it cools.

Notes

Do not rush the simmering process to allow rhubarb to soften without turning mushy. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Adjust sweetness gradually as honey varies in flavor. Sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 7 days and freezes well in small batches. For a smoother sauce, mash lightly or pulse with an immersion blender.

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