Blueberry compote
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Since blueberries have a mild flavor and aroma, it is recommended to add lemon or orange slices when cooking the compote. You can replace them with a few pinches of citric acid. Keep in mind that the drink turns out very colorful—the hue will remain even on the pot's walls. If desired, serve the compote chilled with ice cubes—it will be especially suitable during summer.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients. If the blueberries are frozen, there is no need to thaw the berries beforehand.
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Step 2
Pour the berries into a deep container and rinse them in water several times, removing any debris such as twigs and leaves. Then drain the water. Frozen blueberries may be used without rinsing.
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Step 3
Place the berries in a saucepan or pot, add granulated sugar and lemon slices. You can also add a little vanilla sugar to make the compote more aromatic.
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Step 4
Pour in hot water and place the pot on the stove. Turn the heat to maximum and bring the contents to a boil.
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Step 5
Then reduce the heat to medium and simmer the compote for another 10 minutes. You can cover the pot with a lid to prevent the liquid from splattering.
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Step 6
Pour the hot bilberry compote into glasses or cups and serve. If desired, you can first let it cool and chill in the refrigerator, serving it with ice.