STRAWBERRY, GINGER AND MINT SEKANJABIN

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This syrup is based on an ancient Persian recipe, and it keeps virtually indefinitely without any special care. Excellent for camping, and truly refreshing on a hot, hot day! And there's no waste, you use every part of every ingredient in this stuff. After straining, remove the lemon peels and ginger and toss in a bag of sugar for a candied treat!

Provided by The Magpie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 8h55m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups white sugar
2 cups water
12 ounces fresh or frozen strawberries, chopped
1 cup chopped fresh mint
½ cup sliced fresh ginger
2 lemons, peeled and juiced
1 cup white balsamic vinegar (not distilled vinegar)

Steps:

  • Bring the sugar and water to a boil over high heat. Boil until the sugar has dissolved, then stir in the strawberries, mint, ginger, lemon peels, and lemon juice. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in the white balsamic vinegar.
  • Allow the syrup to stand overnight at room temperature, then strain out the fruits with a fine sieve. Store at room temperature in a sterile container.
  • To use, stir 1 part syrup into 4 to 6 parts water; serve cold with ice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 2.8 mg, Sugar 28.4 g

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