Honeyed Hawthorn

Honeyed Hawthorn is a delightful Paleo Chinese dessert that showcases the natural sweetness of hawthorn berries, beautifully balanced with honey. This simple yet elegant dish captures the essence of traditional Chinese flavors while being wholesome and nourishing.

Ingredients

• Hawthorn berries - 200 grams
• Raw honey - 3 tablespoons
• Water - 500 ml
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cinnamon powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Rinse the hawthorn berries under cold water and remove any stems.
2. In a saucepan, combine the hawthorn berries, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until the berries soften.
4. Use a slotted spoon to remove the hawthorn berries and place them in a bowl.
5. Stir in the raw honey and cinnamon powder into the hot liquid, mixing well until the honey dissolves completely.
6. Pour the honey mixture over the hawthorn berries and let it cool for about 10 minutes.
7. Serve the honeyed hawthorn in small bowls, topped with chopped nuts for added crunch.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 35 g
• Sodium: 5 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants, which help combat oxidative stress.
• Supports heart health due to its flavonoid content.

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