Sharbat-e Beh Limou Quince Syrup
Iran
Nutritional Values (per serving)
Ingredients:
| Qty | Unit | Ingredient | ||
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| 2 | pounds | Quinces | ||
| 4 | cups | Water » divided |
Water
Water, the essence of life, is a transparent, tasteless, and odorless liquid that covers about 71% of the Earth's surface. Its neutral flavor allows other ingredients to shine while enhancing...
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| 3 | cups | Sugar » approximately |
Sugar
Sugar (pronounced shoog-er) is the ultimate everyday companion for both sweet baking and savory balance, found in every single pantry across the globe. This classic granulated version consists of fine...
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| 1/2 | cup | Lime Juice |
| Prep Time | Process Time | Overall Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Hour | 5 Minutes | 1 hour 5 minutes |
Directions:
β’ Substitutions: If you cannot source fresh quinces, a combination of firm tart apples and pears can be used to mimic the flavor profile. Freshly squeezed lemon juice can also stand in for the lime juice if needed.
1. Quarter: Cut 2 pounds of unpeeled quinces into quarters and carefully remove the tough inner cores.
2. Wash: Rinse the fruit quarters thoroughly in clean water and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
3. Simmer: Tie the prepared fruit pieces securely inside a bundle of cheesecloth and cook them in a large pot with 2 cups of water over medium heat for 30 to 40 minutes.
4. Sweeten: Pour the remaining 2 cups of water and 3 cups of sugar directly into the pot with the boiling fruit bundle.
5. Thicken: Continue to cook the mixture over medium heat for an additional 30 minutes until the liquid reduces down into a thick syrup.
6. Balance: Taste the syrup for sweetness and stir in extra sugar if desired to achieve a vibrant sweet-and-sour flavor profile.
7. Cool: Take the pot completely off the heat source and let the liquid rest until it cools down to room temperature.
8. Bottle: Strain the cooled fluid carefully into a clean, dry, capped bottle, making sure to apply a date and identification label.
9. Chill: Store the filled container upright in your refrigerator alongside your other cold beverage bases.
10. Dilute: Combine 1 part of the finished syrup with 3 parts of cold water in a drinking glass to prepare a single serving.
11. Ice: Fill the glass to the top with ice cubes right before serving.
12. Shelf Life: Keep the sealed syrup bottle stored inside your refrigerator for up to 3 months.
13. Stir well with ice, drop in a fresh lime wheel, and enjoy.
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