You’ve probably had a broiled grapefruit, so why not give an orange the same luscious treatment? In this quick, healthful dessert, sweet orange halves are spread with a mix of honey and ground cardamom, then broiled until bubbling and browned. Each is then served with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream, an additional sprinkle of cardamom and a little fresh mint for a delightful, fragrant dessert. The fruit becomes juicier under the broiler, its warmth and caramelized top contrasted by the ice cream.
Ingredients
Directions
Active:
15 mins|
Total: 20 mins
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Step 1
If your broiler is on top of your oven, position a rack about 6 inches away from the element. Preheat the broiler to HIGH.
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Step 2
Cut the oranges in half crosswise, then cut a small slice off the bottom of each so it sits flat on a cutting board. As you would a half-grapefruit, cut a circle around the flesh of each orange half, separating it from the rind, and then cut around each orange segment to loosen it from the membrane. Set the oranges on a large sheet pan.
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Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey with cardamom. Evenly drizzle the orange halves with the honey mixture, spreading it on top of each with the back of a spoon.
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Step 4
Transfer the oranges to the oven and broil for 4 to 6 minutes, or until the oranges are warm and the tops are bubbling and nicely browned in spots.
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Step 5
Let the oranges cool slightly, then top each half with a small scoop of ice cream (a heaping 1 tablespoon), garnish with a light sprinkle of ground cardamom and the mint leaves, and serve.
