Oranges with Star Anise Thai Style
Brighten up your dessert game with Oranges with Star Anise Thai Style, a refreshing and aromatic treat that blends citrusy sweetness with exotic spice. This quick and easy recipe features juicy orange slices drizzled with a luxurious syrup infused with the warm, licorice-like notes of star anise, a hint of lime for zesty tang, and the subtle caramel undertones of palm sugar. A touch of optional chili flakes adds a gentle kick, while fresh mint leaves provide a vibrant finish. Perfect as a light dessert or a palate-cleansing snack, this Thai-inspired dish is as visually stunning as it is flavorful. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s ideal for anyone looking to add a touch of tropical elegance to their table.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Oranges
- 4 whole Star anise
- 1 medium Lime
- 2 tablespoons Palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 cup Water
- 10 small Fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 teaspoons Optional: chili flakes
Directions
Step 1
Peel the oranges, removing all white pith, and slice them into thin rounds. Arrange the slices on a serving platter.
Step 2
In a small saucepan, combine the water, palm sugar, and star anise. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Step 3
Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes to allow the star anise to infuse its flavor into the syrup.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the syrup cool for a few minutes. Once cool, strain the syrup to remove the star anise pieces.
Step 5
Squeeze the juice of the lime into the syrup and stir well. For a touch of heat, add a pinch of chili flakes (optional).
Step 6
Drizzle the flavored syrup over the orange slices evenly.
Step 7
Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a burst of color and a hint of freshness.
Step 8
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes for a chilled dessert. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (886.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 447.8 |
| Total Fat 4.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 27.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 109.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 69.4g | |
| Protein 9.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 423.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1325.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories