Source: Tatyana, AdobeStockFragrant basil is not only an excellent spice and addition to main dishes, but also a very interesting base for a wide variety of drinks. It is used in making lemonades, cocktails, and also for cooking compotes for winter or summer. And it is on compotes that we will focus in more detail today!
1. Basil and Mint Compote with Cane Sugar
Source: pinterest.comLet's start with the best summer compote that all household members will love.
You will need: 50 g basil, 2 l water, 20 g mint, 1/2 lemon, 8 tbsp brown sugar.
Preparation: Boil water, add sugar and stir. Add sliced lemon, basil, and mint. Bring the compote to a boil again, remove from heat, and let it steep for 15 minutes covered.
2. Basil and Lemon Compote
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruDelicious and refreshing, made with a minimal amount of simple ingredients.
You will need: 1 bunch basil, 1 l water, 100 g sugar, 1/4 lemon.
Preparation: Rinse the basil, add sugar and sliced lemon to it, and pour in water. Bring to a boil, simmer for 10 minutes over low heat, and remove the compote from the stove.
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3. Basil Compote with Citric Acid for Winter
Source: uspeh-dacha.ruHere's how to preserve the same beloved compote for storage.
You will need: 150 g basil, 300 g sugar, 5 g citric acid, 3 l water.
Preparation: Place basil leaves in a sterilized jar and cover with sugar and citric acid. Pour boiling water over the mixture and seal for winter.
4. Basil Compote with Honey
Source: about-tea.ruDepending on your preferences, you can use more or less honey.
You will need: 2 bunches basil, 2 lemons, 3 l water, 150 g honey.
Preparation: Boil water, add chopped basil, and let it steep for half an hour. Then add lemon juice and honey, heat the compote again until the honey dissolves, and remove it from the heat.
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5. Green and Purple Basil Compote
Source: cofete.ruYou can chill it and drink it, or can it for winter.
You will need: 90 g purple basil, 50 g green basil, 1 lemon, 280 g sugar, 3 l water.
Preparation: Sort the basil leaves, finely chop the lemon, and bring the water to a boil. Add basil to the boiling water. After 5 minutes, add lemon and sugar, simmer for another 5 minutes, and remove from heat. Let the compote steep covered for 20 minutes, then strain.
6. Basil and Lime Compote for Winter
Source: pinterest.comLime adds more unique citrus notes to the compote than lemon.
You will need: 1 bunch basil, 1 lime, 2 l water, 300 g sugar.
Preparation: Place basil leaves and sliced lime in a sterilized jar. Cover everything with sugar, pour in boiling water, and seal the compote for winter.
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7. Basil and Apple Compote
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruSimple garden Antonovka apples are ideal.
You will need: 3 apples, 1 bunch basil, 4 sprigs mint, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 l water, 200 g sugar.
Preparation: Place sliced apples, basil, and mint in a sterilized jar. Pour boiling water over them and leave covered for 5 minutes. Drain the water, add sugar and lemon juice, bring to a boil again, and pour back into the jar. Seal the compote.
8. Basil and Gooseberry Compote for Winter
Source: povar.ruAnother very harmonious combination, plus a rich compote color.
You will need: 1 bunch basil, 2 cups gooseberries, 2-3 l water, 250 g sugar, 2 pinches citric acid.
Preparation: Place basil and gooseberries in a prepared jar, pour boiling water over them, and leave covered for 10 minutes. Drain the water, boil it again with sugar, and add citric acid. Pour this syrup back into the jars and seal.
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9. Basil and Orange Compote for Winter
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruThe finished compote impresses with its bright and unusual aroma.
You will need: 1 orange, 1 bunch basil, 100 g sugar, 2 l water.
Preparation: Place basil and sliced orange in a sterilized jar. You can also add a sprig of thyme or mint. Boil water with sugar, pour this syrup into the jar, and seal the compote for winter.
10. Basil and Cherry Compote
Source: vk.comVery simple and at the same time original in taste!
You will need: 2 cups cherries, 2 bunches basil, 3 l water, 200 g sugar.
Preparation: Boil water, add sugar and stir. Add cherries and basil, simmer the compote for another 10 minutes, remove from heat, and let it steep covered for 20-30 minutes.