Honeydew Compote With Lime Ginger A Hint Of Serrano

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Infusing lime juice with hot pepper, lime zest and ginger makes a delightful syrup for a fresh-tasting fruit dessert. Garnished with a slice or two of good proscutto or bayonne ham, this dish makes a nice appetizer. From eating well.

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Steps

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Combine lime zest and juice , water , sugar , ginger and serrano in a small saucepan.

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Bring to a boil.

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Reduce heat to low and simmer until sugar is dissolved , about 5 minutes.

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Let cool to room temperature , about 25 minutes.

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Strain syrup into a large bowl , pressing on solids to extract maximum flavor.

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Add melon and toss to coat.

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Cover for at least 1 hour.

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Sprinkle with mint and garnish with fig slices.

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Makes 6 servings , 1 cup each.

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Ingredients

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lime zest, fresh lime juice, water, sugar, fresh ginger, serrano pepper, honeydew melon, of fresh mint, fresh figs