Chile ginger dessert sauce

1 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2cupsSugar
2cupsWater
3tablespoonsJapanese pickled ginger; drained/coarsely chopped
¼cupDried apricots; coarse chop
¼cupRaisins
¼cupSlivered blanched almonds
¼cupWalnuts; coarsely chopped
½teaspoonCrushed dried hot peppers
Grenadine syrup; good splash

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan combine the sugar and water and bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, over moderate heat for about 15 minutes.

2. Add the remaining ingredients, including enough grenadine to make a pleasant rosy color. Simmer 5 to 10 minutes. Let cool, then serve over vanilla or coconut ice cream.

Source: "Blue Corn and Chocolate" by Elisabeth Rozin