Ingredients
1
tbsp matchstick-size pieces peeled fresh ginger
4
7-ounce chilled Asian pears
2
tbsp finely chopped crystallized ginger
1
tbsp finely chopped fresh mint leaves
Directions
1.
Combine 1/4 cup water and fresh ginger in heavy medium saucepan. Cover; simmer until ginger is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in syrup, whiskey, lemon juice, lemon peel and nutmeg. Simmer 10 minutes to blend flavors, stirring occasionally. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to simmer before continuing.)
2.
Slice pears into rounds. Overlap 6 rounds on each plate. Drizzle sauce over. Top with crystallized ginger and mint.
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