Stewed Cinnamon Strawberry-Rhubarb Sauce

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 13

Indulge in the Deliciousness of Stewed Cinnamon Strawberry-Rhubarb Sauce

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 cups sliced rhubarb ( , 3/4-inch wide )
	1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
	shredded , x lemon , zest of
	1 pinch salt
	1/2 cup strawberry jam
	2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
	1 cup sugar ( you may want more , depending on the tartness of your rhubarb )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

222

Sugar

42g

Fat

Stewed Cinnamon Strawberry-Rhubarb sauce is the perfect addition to your breakfast meal. It is a delectable way to enjoy rhubarb's tartness and strawberry's sweetness and nutritional benefits. With strawberry jam as an ingredient, this sauce takes on an irresistible aroma and flavor. The sauce is perfect for a wide range of meals, from sweet breakfasts, desserts to savory dishes. The health benefits of rhubarb and strawberries, including promoting healthy bone growth, boosting immunity, and preventing heart diseases and cancer, make this sauce an excellent choice for those who want to eat healthy and satisfy their cravings for delicious food.

Instructions

1.	In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sliced rhubarb, lemon zest, lemon juice, cinnamon, salt, and sugar.
2.	Cook over medium heat; stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
3.	Once the rhubarb has released its juices into the pot and the sugar has dissolved, add strawberry jam to it.
4.	Cook the mixture until it thickens and starts to glaze, this may take approximately 30 minutes.
5.	Once the sauce has reached your desired consistency, remove it from the heat and let it cool down before you store it in an airtight container.

PROS

This sauce is the perfect combination of tartness and sweetness, making it the ideal addition to your breakfast oatmeal, pancakes or waffles.

This sauce is a great way to enjoy the nutritious benefits of rhubarb and strawberries in a delicious way.

CONS

Excess consumption of rhubarb may cause brown discoloration in your urine called rhubarb urine.

Overconsumption of rhubarb, especially its leaves, can cause stomach ache and can interfere with the absorption of calcium in your body.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rhubarb is rich in Vitamin K that promotes healthy bone growth.
Rhubarb also contains compounds like anthocyanins and catechins which are natural antioxidants that boost immunity, improve heart health and protect against various forms of cancer.
Strawberries are a great source of vitamin C, folate, and potassium. These vitamins and minerals help in maintaining healthy blood pressure, supports digestion and promote a balanced diet.