Black chokeberry jelly
Description
The recipe won't take much time. This is a simple black chokeberry jelly recipe that anyone can make. Lemon juice will perfectly complement the sugar, but if you prefer a rich, sweet taste, you can omit it. Experiment—serve the jelly either cold or hot. Serve chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Here is the list of ingredients you will need to follow this black chokeberry kissel recipe in your own kitchen. The amount of sugar depends on your taste preferences, and the amount of starch—on the desired consistency of the finished drink.
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Step 2
2. Wash the berries thoroughly and dry them slightly. Place them in a blender and puree. Strain the mixture through a sieve, setting the juice aside for now. Transfer the contents of the sieve to a small saucepan, pour in water, and place over heat. Simmer for about 10–12 minutes.
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Step 3
3. Dissolve the starch in water, stirring thoroughly. After the pomace has been cooked, strain it again through a sieve, combining the decoction with the juice. Add sugar, place the mixture on the stove, and bring to a boil.
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Step 4
4. Pour the starch into the boiling juice and, stirring constantly, bring to a boil again. Remove from heat. Add the juice of the squeezed lemon. This is a very simple way to prepare black chokeberry kissel.