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Passion Fruit Curd

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Ingredients:

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar (150g / 5.3oz)
  • ⅔ cup fresh passion fruit pulp (from 4-5 passion fruits)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 egg yolks, from large eggs
  • Zest of ½ a lemon
  • 115 g unsalted butter, cubed and cold (½ cup / 1 stick / 4oz)

Instructions:

Method 1: Direct Heat (better for double batches)

  1. Whisk Together Eggs and Sugar: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, egg yolks, and whole eggs until well combined.

  2. Heat Passion Fruit & Butter: In a separate, heavy-bottomed saucepan (preferably stainless steel), gently heat the passion fruit pulp, butter, and salt over low heat. Stir occasionally until the butter melts.

  3. Temper the Eggs: Remove the pot from heat and whisk a few tablespoons of the warm passion fruit mixture into the egg mixture. This tempers the eggs and prevents them from scrambling when added to the hot liquid.

  4. Combine and Cook: Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the passion fruit mixture. Whisk constantly over medium heat until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 7-8 minutes). Do not let it boil.

  5. Strain and Cool: Remove the curd from the heat and strain it through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl. This removes any cooked egg bits or passion fruit seeds. Let the curd cool slightly at room temperature, then cover the surface directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until chilled and thickened.

Method 2: Double Boiler

  1. Whisk Together Eggs and Sugar: Follow steps 1 from the first method.

  2. Set Up Double Boiler: Fill a saucepan with a few inches of water and bring it to a simmer. Place a heatproof bowl on top of the saucepan, ensuring the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the simmering water.

  3. Combine and Cook: Add the passion fruit pulp, butter, and salt to the heatproof bowl. Whisk occasionally until the butter melts. Follow steps 3-5 from the first method (tempering the eggs, combining and cooking, straining and cooling).

Tips:

  • Fresh is Best: While you can substitute store-bought passion fruit puree concentrate with some water added, fresh passion fruit offers a brighter and more vibrant flavor.
  • Sweetness Level: You can adjust the amount of sugar to your desired sweetness level.
  • Storage: The passion fruit curd will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Enjoy this tangy and delicious Passion Fruit Curd!

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