Strawberry Cordial
Capture the essence of summer in a bottle with this vibrant and easy homemade strawberry cordial recipe! Made with juicy, fresh strawberries, a hint of tangy lemon juice, and just the right amount of sugar, this syrupy delight is perfect for creating refreshing beverages or adding a fruity twist to cocktails and desserts. Requiring only 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe is simmered to perfection to extract the rich, natural flavors of the strawberries, then strained for a smooth, velvety finish. Customize your serving by diluting the cordial with water or sparkling water to achieve your desired sweetness and intensity. Whether you're hosting a garden party or simply craving a taste of sunshine, this strawberry cordial is a must-have ingredient in your repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh strawberries
- 300 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 250 milliliters Water
Instructions
Rinse the strawberries under cold water, remove the stems, and cut them into halves or quarters if they are large.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the strawberries, granulated sugar, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally and gently mash the strawberries with the back of a spoon or a potato masher to release their juices.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice. Allow the mixture to cool slightly for about 5-10 minutes.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bowl or pitcher, pressing the solids with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.
Transfer the cordial into sterilized glass bottles or jars using a funnel. Seal tightly and let it cool completely before refrigerating.
Serve by diluting the cordial with water, sparkling water, or as desired. Adjust the ratio to your taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1311 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 340.5 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 325.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 755 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
