Description
A traditional dried fruit kompot, a refreshing drink made by simmering dried fruits with water and sugar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g mixed dried fruits (apples, pears, plums, apricots)
- 1.5 liters water
- 100g sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
- 2–3 cloves (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the dried fruits under cold water.
- In a large pot, add the water and dried fruits.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Add sugar and optional spices (cinnamon, cloves). Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
- Strain if desired, or serve with the fruits.
- Chill before serving for a refreshing drink.
Notes
- Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of the dried fruits.
- You can add lemon zest or a splash of lemon juice for extra freshness.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 250ml
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: kompot, dried fruit drink, traditional beverage, homemade kompot