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Green Tea Poached Pears

Elegant yet simple, these Green Tea Poached Pears are gently simmered in a fragrant green tea infusion with honey, citrus, and warm spices until perfectly tender. This naturally light dessert delivers delicate floral flavor and a beautiful presentation ideal for holidays, dinner parties, or refreshing make-ahead treats.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups water
  • 3 green tea bags
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 strips lemon peel
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 ripe but firm pears, peeled
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • fresh mint leaves (optional garnish)
  • Greek yogurt or whipped cream (optional garnish)
  • chopped pistachios (optional garnish)
  • lemon zest (optional garnish)

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • vegetable peeler
  • small knife
  • wooden spoon
  • serving bowls or plates

Method
 

  1. Peel the pears and lightly brush them with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a gentle simmer. Add green tea bags, honey, cinnamon stick, lemon peel, and vanilla extract.
  3. Steep the tea for 5 minutes, then remove the tea bags.
  4. Add the pears to the saucepan and reduce the heat to low.
  5. Simmer gently for 20–30 minutes, turning the pears occasionally, until tender when pierced with a knife.
  6. Remove the pears and let the poaching liquid simmer for another 5–10 minutes to slightly reduce.
  7. Spoon the warm syrup over the pears and serve warm or chilled. Garnish as desired.

Notes

Choose firm pears like Bosc or Anjou to help them hold their shape while poaching. Avoid boiling the liquid rapidly to prevent mushy texture. Rotate pears occasionally for even flavor and color. Chill overnight for a deeper tea infusion. Use high-quality green tea for the cleanest and most delicate flavor.