Delicious recipes for vitamin compote from viburnum

Berry preparation rules

Berry picking starts in September. In order for the viburnum to gain sweetness well, it is recommended to collect it after the arrival of the first frost. Ripe fruits have a bright red color without veins - this is the main indicator that they are ripe.

Before preparing blanks and useful compotes for the winter, viburnum is subjected to special preparation. Let's take a look at what are the main recommendations for the pre-processing of fruits:

• viburnum should be thoroughly rinsed in running water and remove all branches;
• so that it does not taste bitter, the berries can be frozen by holding them in the freezer for 2-3 hours;
• Another way to remove the bitter taste is to soak them in water for 5 minutes.

Video "Recipe for compote from viburnum"

From this video you will learn how to make a delicious compote from viburnum berries.

Fresh drink

Kalina has many beneficial substances, which makes these fruits in demand in the household. The main benefit of berries is the content of vitamins A and E. Compote made from these fruits can be stored for a long time. To do this, prepare sterilized cans for seaming for the winter. In addition to the fruits of viburnum, various fruits and spices can also be added to the broth. There are several ways to make viburnum compotes.

The traditional way

The traditional recipe for homemade viburnum compote is prepared using the following ingredients:

• 2 kg of fresh or frozen berries;
• 750 g sugar;
• 750 ml of water.

Even if the fruits were harvested in late autumn, they still have bitterness. Add more sugar to make a pleasant and aromatic compote.

Recipe:

1. Rinse the viburnum thoroughly in a colander.
2. Dip a colander with berries in a boiling pan for a couple of minutes.
3. Pour the berries onto a dry surface to drain the water.
4. Prepare the syrup: add sugar in small portions to boiling water until the water becomes smooth.
5. Put the berries in a container and cover them with hot syrup.

With apples

The recipe for a delicious compote from viburnum and apples is prepared with the following ingredients:

• 300 g of viburnum fruits;
• 0.5 kg of apples;
• 500 g sugar;
• 2 liters of water.

To prepare an apple-flavored drink, follow these guidelines:

1. Peel the apples and cut them into small wedges.
2. Prepare the syrup in a saucepan and bring it to a boil.
3. Add all the ingredients to boiling water, boil the resulting broth for about 10 minutes.
4. Pour the finished drink into a suitable container and let cool.

Conservation

Viburnum compote is stored for a short period. To prolong the intake of useful vitamins in winter, many housewives make preparations from berries for the winter.

Classic method

For a traditional viburnum twist, use the following ingredients:

• 2 kg of viburnum fruits;
• 750 g sugar;
• 750 ml of water.

Prepare canned compote according to the following recipe:

1. Dip the peeled berries in a colander for a couple of minutes in boiling water.
2. Put the boiled viburnum on a dry surface and let the water drain.
3. Prepare the syrup by gradually adding sugar to the saucepan.
4. Spread the viburnum over the prepared jars and pour over the syrup.
5. Place the jars with the ready-made broth for sterilization in a saucepan and cover with a lid on top.
6. It is recommended to sterilize large jars for about 30 minutes, a smaller volume can be reduced by 10 minutes.
7. Close the finished compote with lids and leave to cool, wrapped in a blanket.

Viburnum compote turns out to be concentrated. When eating it, dilute it with the correct amount of water. Also, you cannot store open compote for more than 3 days. It is recommended to choose small jars for blanks for the winter.

With honey

Viburnum compote with the addition of honey will be an excellent drink for the winter period. To get a boost of vivacity and improve immunity in the most severe frosts, it is recommended to replace sugar with honey. To do this, you need the following ingredients:

• 150 g of natural honey;
• 1 glass of berries;
• 1 liter of water.

To prepare a drink with honey, follow the instructions:

1. Peel ripe fruits from twigs, rinse well and put on the bottom of the jars.
2. Fill the jars with hot water and set to sterilize for 20 minutes.
3. When the broth takes on a pale pink hue, add honey.
4. Boil the finished drink for another 5 minutes and close with lids.
5. Cover the jars with a blanket to cool for 3 hours.

With oranges

To prepare a delicious compote from viburnum and oranges, adhere to the following proportions:

• 1.5 kg of berries;
• 0.5 kg orange;
• 750 g sugar;
• 5 g ground cinnamon;
• 1 g vanillin;
• 750 ml of water.

Drink recipe:

1. Remove all seeds from the oranges and cut them into half rings.
2. Prepare the berries: wash thoroughly, peel and dry on a paper towel.
3. Prepare the syrup in a saucepan, gradually adding granulated sugar until a smooth liquid is obtained.
4. Add all other ingredients to boiling water.
5. Boil the compote until the fruits start to burst.
6. Pour hot compote into previously sterilized jars and close with lids.
7. Sterilize the finished broth in jars for up to 30 minutes.
8. Let the jars cool by turning them over and covering them with a blanket.

Citrus fruits can be easily replaced with orange juice by following the same preparation instructions.

Without sterilization

To preserve all the beneficial properties and vitamins, you can use the recipe without pasteurization. To do this, you will need:

• 1 glass of berries;
• 1 cup granulated sugar;
• 1 liter of water.

Cooking instructions:

1. Crush the pre-peeled berries in a bowl with a fork to form juice.
2. Collect the juice in a separate container.
3. Cover the peel and seeds of the fruit with cold water and boil for 10 minutes.
4. Strain the finished broth, add the delayed juice and sugar.
5. Boil the drink until the sugar is completely dissolved.
6. Pour the broth into sterilized jars and tighten the lids.
7. Store the prepared viburnum compote in a dark and cool place.

Kalina has the properties of enhancing immunity, removing toxins from the body, lowering blood pressure and generally strengthening women's health.

With the addition of honey and oranges, this drink is also used in the treatment of sore throats and other infectious diseases in the cold season. The recipes for making viburnum compote are simple, and the benefits of them are considered invaluable.