Ingredients
- 5 overripe Fuyu persimmons, mashed
- 1 small Granny Smith apple, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- ½ lemon, juiced
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
Why This Dish Is So Special
Cooking Tips
- Choose ripe but firm apples and persimmons to maintain texture.
- Gently simmer the mixture to allow the flavors to meld without losing the fruit’s natural shape.
Directions
Warm the mashed persimmons in a saucepan over medium heat. Once they’re heated through, add in the apple, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Give everything a good stir to combine. Bring the mixture up to a gentle boil, then lower the heat to medium-low and let it simmer. Keep an eye on it and stir occasionally until it thickens to your liking and the flavors meld together nicely—this usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes. When it’s done, take it off the heat and let it cool a bit before serving.