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Cranberry-Orange Pickled Pears

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Cranberry-Orange Pickled Pears are a delicious and healthy addition to your meals, providing a sweet and tart flavor while being low in calories.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium firm pears, about 450 g
  • 1 cup (100 g) fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup (240 ml) apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) water
  • 1/3 cup (65 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon fine salt
  • 3 wide strips of orange peel
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 whole star anise pods
  • 1 teaspoon orange juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the jar by washing and drying it thoroughly.
  2. Prep the fruits by rinsing, cutting, and removing the core of the pears.
  3. Pack the jar with the pear wedges and cranberries evenly.
  4. Make the brine by heating vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and spices in a small saucepan.
  5. Pour the hot brine over the packed fruits in the jar.
  6. Cool the jar until the brine stops steaming.
  7. Refrigerate the jar and let it chill for at least 12 hours before serving.
  8. Serve the pickled pears chilled, either alone or with various dishes.

Notes

These pickled pears are great for meal prep and can last up to two weeks in the fridge.

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Keywords: pickled pears, cranberry orange, healthy snack, low calorie, meal prep

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