Preserve Small Strawberries in Strawberry Preserve and Syrup

1. 1

   Rinse the pack (about 300 g) of strawberries, cut the leaves off and drain in a colander.

2. 2

   Add strawberries, 60 g of Demerara sugar (20% of the weight of strawberries) and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice in a microwave-safe container, cover and microwave for 3 minutes.

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   Gently stir the strawberries to dissolve the sugar.

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   Microwave again without the lid for 3 minutes.

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   Once it starts to boil down, the color of the strawberries get darker.

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   Since it is low in sugar, it cannot be stored for a long time.

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   Freeze it, if you are not planning to use up within three days.

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   Divide any leftover syrup and fruits, and freeze them separately.

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   You can use them in summer to make cold desserts.

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    Freeze the syrup.

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    It can be cut with a knife even if it is frozen.

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    The fruit part can be simmered a little more, or you can add some gelatin to make it thicker.

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    The photo shown here is as it is.

14. 14

    Top the toasted bread with ice cream and the strawberry preserves.

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    It goes really well.

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    I added a small amount of bright red strawberry syrup to some milk.

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    You can also try adding it in some wine and soda water to make cocktails, serve it with snow cones, or mix it into jello.

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    This syrup adds a nice color, taste and smell into your favorite dish.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.