Source: Peredniankina, AdobeStockGooseberries are great in summer because there are always plenty of them. They are also very versatile and pair well with other berries, fruits, and even mint. For example, you can make delicious compotes from gooseberries – for everyday enjoyment or for winter, as you wish. We share 20 of the best recipes!
1. Gooseberry Compote with Mint and Sugar
Source: yagodafrukt.ruThe simplest compote – nothing extra. Just let it steep for a couple of hours.
You will need: 2 liters of water, 350 g sugar, 800 g gooseberries, 3 sprigs of mint.
Preparation: Boil water, add sugar and cook until dissolved. Add gooseberries and mint, cook the compote for another 5-10 minutes and let it cool under the lid.
2. "Mojito" Gooseberry Compote with Mint for Winter
Source: pro-orehi.ruRefreshing compotes are good not only in summer but also in winter. Why not?
You will need: 450 g gooseberries, 150 g sugar, 3 lemon slices, 3 sprigs of mint, 3 liters of water.
Preparation: Divide the gooseberries into three sterilized jars, add a sprig of mint and a lemon slice to each. Pour boiling water over them and leave under lids for 20 minutes. Drain this water, boil it with sugar, pour it back into the jars and seal.
3. Gooseberry Compote with Mint without Sterilization
Source: bee-master.ruThe simplest way to preserve your favorite compote for winter, and very quick too.
You will need: 2.5 liters of water, 350 g sugar, 800 g gooseberries, 1 bunch of mint.
Preparation: Place gooseberries in jars washed with baking soda. Pour boiling water over them and leave for 10 minutes under the lid. Drain this water, add sugar and mint to it, bring to a boil again and cook for 5 minutes. Remove the mint, pour the resulting syrup over the gooseberries and seal the compote for winter.
4. Gooseberry and Currant Compote with Mint
Source: aroma-avenue.ruFor a brighter and more impressive look, you can mix red, black, and white currants.
You will need: 200 g gooseberries, 200 g currants, 300 g sugar, 2.5 liters of water.
Preparation: Place gooseberries and currants in a clean jar, pour boiling water over them and leave for 15 minutes under the lid. Drain this water, add sugar to it and boil. Pour the syrup back into the jar and seal the compote.
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5. Gooseberry Compote with Orange and Mint for Winter
Source: pro-orehi.ruCitrus notes always complement compotes with mint well.
You will need: 300 g gooseberries, 1 sprig of mint, 150 g orange, 240 g sugar, 2.5 liters of water.
Preparation: Place gooseberries and orange slices in a clean jar. Pour boiling water over them and leave for 15 minutes. Drain this water and boil it again. Add mint and sugar to the jar, pour this water over them and seal the compote for winter.
6. Gooseberry and Red Currant Compote with Mint
Source: alluki.ruYou can leave the currants on the stems – just rinse them thoroughly.
You will need: 2.5 liters of water, 300 g gooseberries, 300 g red currants, 3 sprigs of mint, 200 g sugar.
Preparation: Boil water, add gooseberries with currants, then bring to a boil again. Add sugar and mint, and cook the compote for 15 minutes over low heat under the lid.
7. Gooseberry and Cherry Compote with Mint
Source: povar.ruIf you want to prepare this compote for winter – add a couple of pinches of citric acid and seal in sterilized jars.
You will need: 200 g gooseberries, 200 g cherries, 2 sprigs of mint, 250 g sugar, 2 liters of water.
Preparation: Boil water with sugar. Add gooseberries and cherries, bring to a boil again and add mint. Cook the compote for about 5-7 minutes over medium heat.
8. Gooseberry Compote with Apples and Mint
Source: ot-shefa.ruThis recipe requires very little mint – just for a light hint.
You will need: 600 g gooseberries, 3 apples, 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 sprigs of mint, 300 g sugar, 2 liters of water.
Preparation: Boil water, add sliced apples and cook for 5-7 minutes. Add gooseberries and cook for another 5-7 minutes. Add zest, mint, and sugar to taste to the compote, cook for a couple more minutes until dissolved, and strain the compote.
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9. Raspberry and Gooseberry Compote with Mint for Winter
Source: exclusiveoil.ruA classic recipe with sterilization of filled jars.
You will need: 2 cups gooseberries, 3 cups raspberries, 3-4 sprigs of mint, 10 cups water, 2 cups sugar.
Preparation: Boil water with sugar and cook until dissolved. Place gooseberries, raspberries, and mint in sterilized jars. Pour syrup over them and sterilize the jars for another 10 minutes in boiling water. Seal for winter.
10. Gooseberry Compote with Lime and Mint
Source: vietbao.vnServe the finished compote with ice, and it will be just as good as your favorite mojito.
You will need: 400 g gooseberries, 120 g brown sugar, 1 lime, 3 sprigs of mint, 1.5-2 liters of water.
Preparation: Boil water, add gooseberries and sugar, and cook everything for 10 minutes over low heat. Remove from heat, add mint and lime slices, and let the compote cool and steep under the lid.
11. Gooseberry Compote with Strawberries and Mint
Source: recipefor.ruWe recommend cutting large strawberries into a couple of pieces.
You will need: 300 g gooseberries, 300 g strawberries, 200 g sugar, 2 liters of water, 2 sprigs of mint.
Preparation: Boil water with sugar. Add strawberries with gooseberries and cook the compote for 10 minutes over low heat after boiling. Add mint, cook the compote for another 1 minute and remove from heat.
12. Gooseberry and Berry Assortment Compote with Mint
Source: rutube.ruAny berry assortment will do – gooseberries combine easily with everything.
You will need: 300 g gooseberries, 300 g mixed berries, 1/2 lemon, 2 sprigs of mint, 250 g sugar, 2.5 liters of water.
Preparation: Evenly distribute all berries, lemon pieces, and mint leaves into clean jars. Pour boiling water over them and leave under the lid for 7-10 minutes. Drain this water, boil it with sugar and pour it back. Seal the compote for winter.
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13. Jostaberry and Gooseberry Compote with Mint
Source: argumentrus.ruAn unusual combination for those who like to try something new.
You will need: 2 liters of water, 300 g gooseberries, 250 g jostaberries, 3 sprigs of mint, 200 g sugar.
Preparation: Boil water, add gooseberries with jostaberries and cook the compote for 10 minutes over low heat. Add sugar and mint to taste, cook until sugar is dissolved, remove from heat and let the compote cool under the lid.
14. Apple and Gooseberry Compote with Mint in 3-Liter Jars
Source: drestime.ruChoose small, sour or sweet-sour green apple varieties.
You will need: 300 g apples, 300 g gooseberries, 200 g sugar, 2 sprigs of mint, 2 pinches of citric acid, 2.5 liters of water.
Preparation: Slice apples, rinse gooseberries and place everything in a clean jar. Add mint, pour boiling water over them and leave for 15 minutes under the lid. Drain this water, boil it with sugar and pour it back. Add citric acid and seal the jar.
15. Gooseberry Compote with Mint and Honey
Source: spmguild.ruWe recommend adjusting the amount of honey to your taste.
You will need: 300 g gooseberries, 2 tbsp honey, 3 sprigs of mint, 1.5 liters of water.
Preparation: Boil water, add gooseberries and cook for about 7 minutes over low heat. Remove from stove, add honey and mint, stir the compote and let it steep under the lid.
16. Gooseberry and Black Currant Compote with Mint
Source: omtea.ruDon't add too much sugar to preserve the pleasant tartness of the compote.
You will need: 300 g gooseberries, 300 g black currants, 2-3 liters of water, 100 g sugar, 4 sprigs of mint.
Preparation: Pour water over gooseberries and currants, bring to a boil and cook the compote for 7-8 minutes. Add sugar and cook until dissolved. Add mint, remove the compote from heat and let it steep under the lid.
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17. Gooseberry Compote with Mint without Sugar
Source: pinterest.comThe healthiest and lowest-calorie compote in this selection!
You will need: 300 g gooseberries, 2 sprigs of mint, 1 liter of water.
Preparation: Place gooseberries in a sterilized jar, pour boiling water over them and leave for 15 minutes under the lid. Drain this water and boil it again. Place mint in the jar, pour boiling water over it and seal the compote.
18. Gooseberry Compote with Apples, Raspberries, Strawberries, and Mint
Source: youtube.comIt's especially pleasant to drink such compote in summer at the dacha during a long-awaited rest.
You will need: 200 g gooseberries, 100 g each of apples, raspberries, strawberries, and black currants, 3 sprigs of mint, 100 g sugar, 2.5 liters of water.
Preparation: Boil water. Add all berries, sliced apples, and sugar to taste. Cook the compote for 10 minutes after re-boiling over low heat, add mint, cook for another 3 minutes and remove from heat.
19. Gooseberry and Grape Compote with Mint for Winter
Source: youtube.comSeedless green Kishmish grapes would be best here.
You will need: 300 g gooseberries, 300 g grapes, 2 lemon slices, 2 sprigs of mint, 300 g sugar, 2.5 liters of water.
Preparation: Place gooseberries, grapes, mint, and lemon in a clean jar. Pour boiling water over them and leave for 15 minutes under the lid. Drain this water and boil it again with sugar. Pour into the jar and seal the compote.
20. Gooseberry and Cranberry Compote with Mint
Source: dzen.ruFresh or frozen berries – it doesn't matter in this recipe.
You will need: 300 g gooseberries, 250 g cranberries, 200 g sugar, 2 sprigs of mint, 2.5 liters of water.
Preparation: Boil water, add gooseberries and cranberries, and cook the compote for 7-10 minutes over low heat. Add sugar to taste and mint, cook the compote for another 5 minutes and remove from heat.