Passionfruit Applesauce

Submitted by Chocolatl

"Created by Hawaiian chef Roy Yamaguchi. Adapted from Barbecue USA."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Yields: 5 c

ingredients

• 3 lbs apples, peeled, cored and quartered (your choice of variety)
• 1⁄3 cup passion fruit juice, strained (or nectar)
• 1⁄2 vanilla bean, split
• 2 slices ginger, 1/4-inch, gently crushed
• 1⁄2 cup mirin
• 3 tablespoons honey (or to taste)

directions

1. Place all ingredients in a heavy non-reactive saucepan over medium heat.
2. Cover and cook until apples are very soft, 10-15 minutes. Reduce temperature if apples start to boil over.
3. Remove from heat and take out ginger and vanilla bean.
4. Place apple mixture in food processor and puree into a smooth sauce.