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    Home » Recipes » Spreads & Syrups

    Easy Rhubarb Strawberry Compote

    Published: May 22, 2022 by Michelle · 8 Comments

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    This recipe for Easy Rhubarb Strawberry Compote yields a tangy and sweet spread that is perfect on pancakes and toast. A secret ingredient adds additional oomph of spiciness and flavour.

    Rhubarb strawberry compote in a glass jar.

    Why you'll love this recipe

    This recipe for Rhubarb Strawberry Compote is simple to make and is easier than making jam.

    It has an additional ingredient that adds some spiciness and additional flavour.

    Strawberries and rhubarb are a natural pairing and there's only 6 ingredients in this compote.

    It's a naturally vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free and great way to use up any fresh rhubarb you've got on hand.

    You can use the compote in many different ways: on pancakes, plain yogurt, toast, waffles, or as a filling.

    What is rhubarb?

    Rhubarb is a vegetable with pink/red stalks, also known as petioles that look similar to celery stalks.

    The colour of rhubarb ranges from pale green (unripe) to a deep fuschia pink and even ruby red.

    The leaves are full of oxalic acid which is poisonous when ingested -- do not eat.

    Rhubarb has a very tart taste, and is usually paired with sugar and strawberries.

    It is made of 94% water, which is released when it is stewed over heat.

    Close up of Rhubarb Strawberry Compote in a glass jar with rhubarb stalks on the side.

    How to choose fresh rhubarb

    Fresh rhubarb has a short growing period, usually May-June.

    Choose stalks that are deep red, firm and crisp.

    The leaves are usually cut off, but if they are not, ensure that they appear fresh and not wilted.

    How to prep fresh rhubarb

    Wash the fresh rhubarb stalks and pat dry with a paper towel.

    Trim off the leafy green part.

    You can keep rhubarb in the fridge for up to 1 week in a freezer bag.

    Or slice the stalks up and freeze in a single layer until frozen.

    Ingredients you'll need

    • fresh rhubarb: fresh is best if you can find it, but you can use frozen too, diced
    • fresh strawberries: you can use fresh or frozen, chopped
    • granulated sugar: adds sweetness; you can use any sweetener you like, such as honey
    • lemon zest: from one lemon
    • lemon juice: adds a little brightness to the compote
    • candied ginger: diced into small pieces; optional, adds additional sweetness and spicy flavour

    Glass jar of Rhubarb Strawberry Compote with rhubarb stalks on the side.

    How to make it

    In a small saucepan, combine rhubarb, strawberries, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice and candied ginger.

    Cook over medium heat until the water from the rhubarb releases and becomes thick and syrupy, about 10-15 minutes.

    Transfer to a clean, sterile glass jar and let cool.

    Cover with a lid and store the compote in the fridge for up to 1 week.

    How to store

    Store the Rhubarb Strawberry Compote in a clean, sterile jar in the fridge for up to 1 week.

    As this compote has not processed in a hot water bath, it cannot sit at room temperature.

    You can store excess compote in the freezer (in a freezer-safe container) for up to 1 month.

    Defrost in the fridge overnight prior to using.

    How to serve

    You can use Rhubarb Strawberry Compote as a sauce on oats or oatmeal, pancakes, toast, scones, granola, doughnuts, or even on plain or Greek yogurt or ice cream.

    Try it on these recipes:

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    Matcha French Toast

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    Matcha Waffles

    Optional flavourings

    Play around with the flavourings for the compote.

    Try adding cinnamon, vanilla, mint or basil.

    Other recipes you may like

    Be sure to check out these recipes:

    Raspberry Oat Pancakes

    Strawberry Earl Grey Jam (Small Batch)

    Matcha Milk Jam/Green Tea Milk Spread

    Homemade Gianduja (Italian Chocolate Hazelnut Spread)

    Let me know if you try out this recipe -- tag me on Instagram @siftandsimmer or leave me a comment/rating below!

    Close up of a spoonful of Rhubarb Strawberry Compote full glass jar in the back.

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    5 from 7 votes

    Easy Rhubarb Strawberry Compote

    This recipe for Easy Rhubarb Strawberry Compote yields a tangy and sweet spread that is perfect on pancakes and toast. A secret ingredient adds additional oomph of spiciness and flavour.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Course: Condiment
    Cuisine: American, Canadian
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 29kcal
    Author: Michelle

    For accuracy and precision in baking recipes, use weight (metric) measurements when available.

    Ingredients

    • 300 g fresh or frozen rhubarb diced
    • 115 g fresh strawberries diced
    • 50 g granulated sugar or to taste
    • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • 15 g candied ginger cut into small pieces, optional
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    Instructions

    • In a small saucepan, combine rhubarb, strawberries, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice and candied ginger.
    • Cook over medium heat until the water from the rhubarb releases and becomes thick and syrupy, about 10-15 minutes.
    • Transfer to a clean, sterile glass jar and let cool.
    • Cover with a lid and store the compote in the fridge for up to 1 week.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 29kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 87mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 27IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg

    The nutritional information provided should be considered as approximate and is not guaranteed. Please use your best judgment to ensure food is safely prepared and/or a good fit for your diet.

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    Comments

    1. David @ Spiced

      May 23, 2022 at 5:36 am

      5 stars
      Every year I tell myself that I should plant rhubarb - but I've yet to get around to it. Perhaps I'll plant some in the new house once we move this summer! I do agree that strawberry and rhubarb pair so well together, and I really like the addition of candied ginger here!

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    2. Neil

      May 23, 2022 at 8:27 am

      5 stars
      Oh this is lovely! My gran used to make fresh strawberry and rhubarb compote using her garden strawberries and rhubarb. Great memories of that from your lovely recipe. Thank you!

      Reply
    3. Heidi | The Frugal Girls

      May 23, 2022 at 5:28 pm

      What a fantastic treat... and I love how you added candied ginger!

      Reply
    4. 2pots2cook

      May 24, 2022 at 3:47 am

      5 stars
      Strawberry is so in love with rhubarb! Beautiful treat!

      Reply
    5. Ben | Havocinthekitchen

      May 24, 2022 at 5:22 pm

      5 stars
      Rhubarb is definitely one of the first signs of spring. And this compote is bright, fresh, and luscious - perfect spring recipe. Loving the idea of adding some candied ginger, too.

      Reply
    6. Dawn

      May 25, 2022 at 10:42 am

      5 stars
      Such a delicious combination! Our rhubarb is just starting to grow (how exciting!) and this compote would be a lovely use for it. Bet it would be yummy over vanilla ice cream!

      Reply
    7. Healthy World Cuisine

      May 26, 2022 at 5:41 pm

      5 stars
      Love the addition of ginger in your strawberry rhubarb compote. We would want to slather this on toast and in our morning oatmeal every day. So good.

      Reply
    8. Tasia ~ two sugar bugs

      May 30, 2022 at 12:02 pm

      5 stars
      I bet the addition of ginger is so delicious here! Rhubarb always reminds me of my grandparents; I'll honor their memories by putting a big scoop of this easy rhubarb strawberry compote on my morning oatmeal!

      Reply

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