Food & Cooking Recipes Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Orange Compote 3.0 (45) Close Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 30 mins Yield: Makes 3/4 cup Orange compote can be used as a topping for yogurt, ricotta, or ice cream. Directions In a medium saucepan, combine orange zest and slices, sugar, salt, and 2 tablespoons water; bring to a boil over high. Reduce heat to medium, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until oranges collapse and liquid is syrupy, 12 to 15 minutes. Cool compote to room temperature. Cook's Notes This makes a terrific holiday gift when packed into glass jars and decorated with ribbon.