Cherry compote
4 servings
20 minutes
Cherry compote is a classic drink of European cuisine, symbolizing home comfort and summer. Its roots trace back to ancient traditions of making berry infusions that refreshed on hot days and warmed in winter. Its bright ruby color and rich sweet-sour taste make it not only pleasant but also beneficial—rich in vitamins and antioxidants. Compote is easy to prepare: boiling water extracts all the juiciness and aroma from the cherries, and the infusion gains a deep rich flavor after cooling. Cherry compote perfectly complements meals; it is served with desserts or chilled in summer heat, and sometimes used as a base for cocktails and jellies.
1
Put the pot on the fire, pour in water, and add sugar.
- Water: 1 l
- Sugar: 8 tablespoons
2
Bring to a boil and add the prepared berries.
- Cherry (sour): 500 g
3
Bring to a boil again.
4
Once the liquid boils, remove the pot with the compote from the heat, cover it with a lid, and let it sit under the lid until completely cool.
