Raspberry and mint compote for winter
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Raspberry compote for winter doesn't even require cooking or double pouring. The berries are simply poured with boiling water and the preservation is ready! The main thing is to let it cool down under a towel or blanket so that the berries are properly steamed inside. The drink is ready to serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients.
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Step 2
Rinse the mint in water and pluck the leaves from the stems. Rinse the raspberries in water as well, removing any spoiled berries if present.
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Step 3
In a clean washed jar, layer the berries and mint leaves.
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Step 4
Add sugar and lemon juice to the same mixture, or replace the juice with citric acid. You will need just a pinch of citric acid.
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Step 5
Boil water in a kettle or saucepan and pour it into the jar up to the shoulders.
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Step 6
Scald the lid with boiling water and immediately seal the compote for winter using a canning key. If the lid and jar have threads, screw them together. Check the seal quality by turning the jar upside down. Shake well to dissolve the sugar in the liquid.
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Step 7
Cover the container with a towel or blanket, leaving it to steam. Let it cool and transfer to a storage place.
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Step 8
Enjoy a fragrant raspberry compote with mint during the winter.