10 quinces, small and unripe
4 tablespoons of grated ginger
2 tablespoons of lime blossom water
1 star anise (optional)
10 quinces, small and unripe
4 tablespoons of grated ginger
2 tablespoons of lime blossom water
1 star anise (optional)
Squeeze the juice from two quinces and reserve it
Peel the remaining fruits carefully and remove any white skin. Reserve
Cut a piece of one of the peels into strips for garnish and reserve
Separate the pips and, with the tip of a knife, remove the seeds
Mix the reserved juice with the grated ginger and bring to a simmer to make a thin syrup
Remove from heat, add lime blossom water and star anise, and pour over the fruits
Cover and refrigerate for 5 minutes
Blanch the strips of peel reserved earlier in boiling water for 30 seconds
Drain and let cool
Serve with ice cream or whipped cream.