Source: Pronina_marina, AdobeStockSea buckthorn dishes are an excellent choice when you crave something healthy and new. This sunny berry is used in winter preserves, baked goods, desserts, and even salads. We're sharing 20 simple recipes!
1. Sea Buckthorn Jam with Whole Berries
Source: arecipes.ruSome berries will burst during cooking, while others will remain whole, giving the jam an even more interesting texture.
You will need: 500 g sea buckthorn, 500 g sugar, 100 ml water.
Preparation: Cook a uniform syrup from water and sugar. Add the sea buckthorn, bring to a boil again, and simmer the jam for 5-7 minutes over low heat. Seal in sterilized jars.
2. Carrot Cake with Sea Buckthorn
Source: oum.ruA great way to feed your family not only healthy sea buckthorn but also carrots.
You will need: 2 eggs, 100 g sugar, 80 g butter, 250 ml ryazhenka (fermented baked milk), 100 g carrots, 100 g sea buckthorn, 150 g flour, 1.5 tsp baking powder.
Preparation: Whisk eggs with sugar until fluffy. Pour in melted butter, whisk again, and add ryazhenka. Then add sifted flour with baking powder and mix in grated carrots and sea buckthorn into the batter. Bake the cake for about 30 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
3. Sea Buckthorn Jam
Source: sadvokrug.ruA thick jam that is very convenient to use as a sauce or filling.
You will need: 1.5 kg sea buckthorn, 1.5 kg sugar, 1 lemon, 250 ml water.
Preparation: Cover the sea buckthorn with water, simmer for 10 minutes, and then strain through a sieve. Add sugar and lemon juice, bring to a boil, and reduce the jam for half an hour over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Seal it in sterilized jars.
4. Shortcrust Pastry Pie with Sea Buckthorn
Source: dzen.ruJuicy, vibrant, and aromatic – the perfect sea buckthorn pie for tea.
You will need: 100 g butter, 300 g sugar, 2 eggs, 8 g vanilla sugar, 100 g sour cream, 500 g flour, 10 g baking powder, 350 g sea buckthorn, 2 tbsp starch.
Preparation: Rub butter with flour and baking powder until crumbly. Add 150 g sugar, vanilla sugar, sour cream, and eggs. Quickly knead the dough, wrap it in cling film, and refrigerate for half an hour.
Lightly mash and mix the sea buckthorn with the remaining sugar, simmer for 5-7 minutes. Strain through a sieve if desired, add starch, and simmer for a couple more minutes until thickened. Place most of the dough into a baking dish, form sides, and add the sea buckthorn filling. Grate the remaining dough and sprinkle it over the pie. Bake for 40-45 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
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5. Champagne and Sea Buckthorn Muffin
Source: razgulyayka.ruThis muffin can easily adorn even a festive table.
You will need: 150 g flour, 180 g sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, 50 g butter, 100 ml champagne, 2 eggs, zest of 1 lemon, 200 g sea buckthorn.
Preparation: Whisk 2 egg whites with sugar until fluffy. Mash yolks with soft butter. Add lemon zest and champagne to the butter, mix, add dry ingredients, and then fold in the egg whites with a spatula. Finally, fold in the sea buckthorn into the batter. Bake the muffin for 50 minutes in the oven at 175 degrees Celsius.
6. Sea Buckthorn with Sugar for Winter
Source: attuale.ruThe simplest and yet most versatile sea buckthorn preserve.
You will need: 1 kg sea buckthorn, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Cover the sea buckthorn with sugar and blend until smooth. Leave the mixture for a few hours, then stir again and pour into sterilized jars. Store in a cool place.
7. Sea Buckthorn Ice Cream
Source: mavink.comIt's very convenient to make it in special popsicle molds.
You will need: 350 g sea buckthorn, 150 ml 33% cream, 60 g sugar.
Preparation: Blend the sea buckthorn into a puree and strain through a sieve. Pour in cream or yogurt, add sugar, and whisk everything together. Pour the ice cream into molds and place in the freezer.
8. Sea Buckthorn Kissel (Fruit Pudding)
Source: about-tea.ruAdjust the amount of sugar to your taste – more tart or sweeter.
You will need: 2 cups sea buckthorn, 1.5 L water, 100 g sugar, 2.5 tbsp corn starch.
Preparation: Cover the sea buckthorn with water, bring to a boil, and simmer briefly. Mash with a potato masher and strain the decoction through a sieve. Add sugar and bring to a boil again. Dissolve starch in 100 ml water and pour it into the mixture, stirring. Simmer the kissel for a couple more minutes until thickened.
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9. Sea Buckthorn Compote for Winter
Source: postila.ruThese ingredients will be enough for a three-liter jar of compote.
You will need: 600 g sea buckthorn, 2.5-2.7 L water, 0.5 tsp citric acid, 400 g sugar.
Preparation: Pour sea buckthorn into a sterilized jar and add citric acid. Boil water with sugar, simmer the syrup for a few minutes, pour it over the sea buckthorn, and seal.
10. Sea Buckthorn Sauce with Honey and Garlic
Source: AdobeStockThis sweet and sour sauce pairs well with fatty meats, poultry, and river fish.
You will need: 200 g sea buckthorn, 50 ml water, 1 tbsp honey, 2 cloves garlic, 1 pinch thyme, 0.5 tsp ground red pepper, 2 pinches salt, 3 tsp potato starch, spices.
Preparation: Blend the sea buckthorn and strain it through a sieve. Mince and mash garlic into a paste with all the spices. Add this paste and honey to the sea buckthorn, and also pour in the starch dissolved in water. Bring to a boil and simmer the sauce for about 3 minutes, stirring.
11. Sea Buckthorn Mousse with Gelatin
Source: AdobeStockTo achieve that perfect mousse texture, you must whisk the mixture over ice.
You will need: 2 cups sea buckthorn, 40 g gelatin, 1 cup sugar, 1 L water.
Preparation: Dissolve gelatin in a glass of water. Strain the sea buckthorn through a sieve, and pour the remaining pulp with the rest of the water and simmer for a couple of minutes. Strain the decoction, mix it with the juice and sugar, bring to a boil, and remove from heat. Add gelatin and stir until dissolved.
Let the mixture cool, then place the container with the mixture into a bowl with ice. Whisk the mousse with a mixer for 5-7 minutes, let it sit for 10 minutes, and whisk again for another 5-7 minutes. Continue whisking until stiff peaks form, spoon into molds, and refrigerate the mousse.
12. Beetroot and Sea Buckthorn Salad
Source: receptumtortum.ruA double dose of vitamins in such a light and vibrant dish.
You will need: 150 g beetroot, 80 g sea buckthorn, 3 cloves garlic, 3 tbsp yogurt.
Preparation: Boil or bake the beetroot and grate it on a coarse grater. Add sea buckthorn and minced garlic. Dress the salad with yogurt.
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13. Sea Buckthorn Tea
Source: mirtesen.ruA warming drink for evenings in pleasant company.
You will need: 120 g sea buckthorn, 20 g brown sugar, zest of 1 orange, 400 ml water, 1 pinch cinnamon.
Preparation: Mash sea buckthorn with sugar. Place all ingredients in a French press and pour boiling water over them. Let it steep for 5-7 minutes.
14. Sea Buckthorn and Banana Smoothie
Source: wolt.comIf needed, add a little cold water to achieve the desired consistency.
You will need: 1 banana, 1 orange, 50 g sea buckthorn, 2 tbsp honey, 3 ice cubes.
Preparation: Peel the banana and orange segments. Place all ingredients along with ice in a blender and blend until smooth.
15. Oatmeal with Sea Buckthorn
Source: AdobeStockFor this recipe, it's best to use Hercules rolled oats.
You will need: 1/2 cup rolled oats, 2 tbsp sugar, 50 g sea buckthorn, 250 ml water.
Preparation: Boil water and add sea buckthorn with sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes and then add rolled oats. Cook the porridge until the oats are done, stirring occasionally.
16. Semolina Cake with Sea Buckthorn and Honey
Source: postila.ruThe unique grainy texture of semolina cake is another one of its highlights.
You will need: 150 g sea buckthorn, 200 ml kefir, 200 g semolina, 3 eggs, 200 g sugar, 60 g butter, 40 g poppy seeds, 40 g flour, 5 g baking soda, 7 g baking powder, 1 pinch salt.
Preparation: Blend sea buckthorn into a puree and strain through a sieve. Whisk eggs with sugar and salt until fluffy. Add sea buckthorn juice, then kefir and semolina. Add sifted flour with baking soda and baking powder, pour in melted butter, and add poppy seeds. Mix and let the dough rest for 20 minutes, then pour it into a baking dish and bake the semolina cake for 45-50 minutes in the oven at 170 degrees Celsius.
17. Ginger-Sea Buckthorn Lemonade
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruNot only refreshing, but also a very healthy drink.
You will need: 1 lemon, 50 g ginger, 50 g sugar, 50 g sea buckthorn, 500 ml sparkling mineral water.
Preparation: Grate ginger and squeeze out the juice using cheesecloth. Pour it into a pitcher, add lemon juice, and add ice. Lightly mash or strain the sea buckthorn, and add it to the pitcher. Dissolve sugar in a small amount of boiling water, let it cool, and pour the syrup into the mixture. Pour sparkling water over the lemonade and serve.
18. Sea Buckthorn Muffins
Source: povar.ruOriginal muffins that you'll want to make again and again.
You will need: 500 g sea buckthorn, 1.5 tsp starch, 3 tbsp vegetable oil, 300 g flour, 1.5 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp baking soda, 200 g sugar, 1/2 cup milk.
Preparation: Strain sea buckthorn through a sieve, and mix the juice with milk and oil. Add all dry ingredients, mix, and spoon the batter into muffin molds. Bake the muffins for 20-30 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
19. Sea Buckthorn Without Sugar for Winter
Source: pro-orehi.ruA healthy and low-calorie preserve for all occasions.
You will need: 500 g sea buckthorn, 500 ml water.
Preparation: Pour sea buckthorn into prepared jars. Pour boiling water over them, sterilize the preserves for another 5 minutes, and seal for winter.
20. Sea Buckthorn and Apple Compote for Winter
Source: dzen.ruAdd a little cinnamon or vanilla if you want to make the compote more aromatic.
You will need: 1 kg apples, 300 g sea buckthorn, 2 L water, 250 g sugar.
Preparation: In clean jars, add sea buckthorn and sliced apples. Pour boiling water over them, let stand for 20 minutes, and then drain this water. Add sugar to it, bring to a boil again, simmer for a couple of minutes, and pour back into the jars. Seal the compote for winter.