They have a gooseberry bush on their property and I just knew I had to have ’em! 500g rhubarb, trimmed and cut into 2cm lengths (prepared weight) 200g gooseberries, washed, and the dark tufty bits removed; Icing sugar, for dusting; METHOD. This allows the crumble to set up and cool down. Don't worry if it heaps above the top of the baking dish - the gooseberries will shrink down in the oven. Enter to win one of three maple ingredient boxes plus a copy of Cooking with Maple, naturally. I was lucky enough to pick so many that I had more than enough for one recipe. 5 from 1 vote. If you use a lot of riper gooseberries, you will end up with a rich, pinkish colour (like you see here). See Win one of 3 Maple ingredient boxes plus a copy of Cooking with Maple, … 40 ratings 4.8 out of 5 star rating. Oh, and don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter! I had to do this quite a lot as my stalks were very thick. Yes! Use a pastry cutter (or two knifes or your hands) to make ‘crumbles’. As the rhubarb starts to soften, smush it against the side of the pan to break it down further if needed. The less ripe version of gooseberries (the green ones) taste super tart and are a little firm. Mix the crumble ingredients until you have a crumb-like consistency. Having said that, my favourite is enjoying this dessert a little warm, fresh out of the oven. Their tart flavor is somewhat similar to rhubarb (green gooseberries are more sour than red)-and, like rhubarb, they're a fantastic partner for … Spread gooseberries into greased pie dish and spread crumble over top. Stir gently to mix together. , cleaned of debris and tough ends removed (top and tail), about 1 ¾ pounds. ), September 19, 2019 By Dawn - Girl Heart Food 26 Comments. Gooseberry compote blended with a mix of custard and cream (or custard and yogurt for a slightly sharper flavor) becomes a luscious Gooseberry Fool. Cover the fruit with the crumble and bake. In a bowl, toss gooseberries with sugar, zest, juice and cornstarch, stirring to combine. Gooseberries are jam-packed with goodness. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice. I love the tartness of rhubarb… That said, these little hairy berries are perfect for my summer crumble with custard for an easy summer dessert. Rhubarb & strawberry crumble with custard. The topping is rich and butter, and the filling is a mixture of … So, if you’re a rhubarb/cranberry fan, chances are you’ll really enjoy gooseberries too! This is it! I think a fruit crumble would have to be my favourite dessert of all time. The combination of red gooseberries and rhubarb is really delicious. Rub the butter into the flour then mix in the demerara sugar to … Allow to cool for 30 minutes before digging in. Tip: Place the dish on a baking tray to catch any spills that may happen. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Like rhubarb and quince, these little gooseberries take some work, namely adding sugar and heat to mellow out the tartness so the lovely flavours can come out. * Nutrition estimate only. Depending on how much you have of each will impact just how tart/sweet your gooseberry crumble is. Of course, the lemon will give yield more tartness, while the orange will add more sweetness. Use seasonal rhubarb and a handful of ingredients to make a stunning pud. Bake the crumble for about 45 … Grease a 9 to 10-inch round baking dish (or similarly sized dish) with baking spray or butter. We will never change our commitment to delicious family nutrition. Take out about 1/3 cup of the berries for the top and set aside. This will give things a chance to settle and cool down. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the crumble has browned a little. To freeze, place cleaned/patted dry gooseberries (with top and tail removed) on a wax paper lined baking sheet and place in freezer. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes. You can use either lemon or orange zest and juice. This crumble topping is wonderfully quick and easy to make and is a lovely alternative to the more heavy wintry varieties. Makes for easier clean up. Fan of gooseberries? If I were to compare the taste of this gooseberry crumble recipe to something, I’d say it’s giving me rhubarb or cranberry vibes because of the tartness. Make the crumble by mixing together flour with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Rub … Eight is changing. This is a wonderfully delicious way to showcase these lovely berries that are only available to eat fresh for a few weeks durin gthe summer months. To make crumble, in a bowl add flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt stirring to combine. As the crumble cools (especially when refrigerated), it will firm up slightly. Thank you. 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