Best 6 Sekanjabin Iranian Mint Vinegar Syrup Recipes

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Sekanjabin or sekenjabin (also known as "serkeh sheret" or "sekanjebin sherat" or "sheer sharbat") is a refreshing Iranian mint vinegar syrup drink. Sekanjabin is a traditional Persian drink made with a mixture of vinegar, sugar or honey, and mint. It is often served as a summer drink, as it is believed to have cooling properties. Sekanjabin can also be used as a base for other drinks, such as sherbet or cocktails. There are many different variations of sekanjabin, but the most common ingredients are vinegar, sugar, water, and mint. Some recipes also include other ingredients, such as lime juice, rose water, or honey. Sekanjabin can be made at home or purchased at Persian grocery stores.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SEKANJABIN | PERSIAN MINT VINEGAR AND HONEY



Sekanjabin | Persian Mint Vinegar and Honey image

The name of this divine syrup is "Sekanjabin" as you noticed. The term is made of two separate nouns "Serke" that stands for vinegar and "Angabin" having the meaning of honey. Later as the time went by the name has been turned into "Sekanjabin" due to the simplicity of pronunciation.Sekanjabin is a Persian mint vinegar syrup that will answer your needs and vanishes your thirst away in hot summer days and Iftar in Ramadan. This drink is very healthy and it has different preparation methods that we brought them below. One is made by honey and the other uses sugar in it. The former is definitely healthier but the latter is suitable for people who do not prefer to have less cooling temperament of the drink.

Provided by PersianGood Team

Categories     Appetizer     Dessert     Drinks     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 unit honey
8 unit water
1 unit grape vinegar
fresh mint (as much as required)

Steps:

  • For making this sweet sour drink, you need to pick a suitable pot, better to be a cupper pot. Pour the water and honey in the pot and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat then and let it reach to its half size (half of the content needs to vaporize).
  • Remember to stir the content repeatedly whilst heating and also remove the foam created on the surface time to time.
  • You can add a bundle of fresh mint if you like and let its flavor dissolve in it gradually and let it boil for a while with the honey and water mixture. You can tie the bundle in order to prevent the dissolving of the mint particles in the liquid and for the easier remove of the bundle.
  • Then add the vinegar to the content and let it boil unless the mixture meets its half size again.
  • Let the syrup cools and pour it in a jar and refrigerate the drink.

PERSIAN MINT VINEGAR SYRUP RECIPE



Persian Mint Vinegar Syrup Recipe image

Persian mint vinegar syrup (Sekanjabin) is one of the old Iranian drinks that has been considered by various people since ancient times...

Provided by Samira

Categories     Drinks

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 4

1kg sugar
2 cup water
1/2 cup white vinegar
100gr fresh mint

Steps:

  • Step 1
  • First, pour the sugar and water together in a saucepan and let the sugar grains soften for half to an hour. Put the saucepan on the heat and allow it to slowly warm-up.
  • Step 2
  • Clean fresh mint leaves under gently running cold water.
  • Step 3
  • Put mints in the warm and simmering syrup.
  • Step 4
  • Continue heating until the syrup thickens. To make sure our syrup has the right thickness to add vinegar, just take a spoonful of the syrup and pour a drop of it into a glass of cold water. If it settles, it means that it has a suitable thickness, but if it dissolves in water, it means that it still needs to be heated.
  • Step 5
  • When the syrup reaches the right thickness, add the vinegar and let it boil a little with sugar and water. Then take the mint leaves out of the water and pass the syrup through a strainer.
  • Step 6
  • Pour the syrup into a clean glass container without moisture and put it in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 20 grams

SEKANJABIN (IRANIAN MINT VINEGAR SYRUP)



Sekanjabin (Iranian Mint Vinegar Syrup) image

A traditional Iranian beverage, wonderfully refreshing on a hot summer day. Great for outdoor events since you can make it weeks ahead of time and dilute at time of serving. Mix 4 to 5 tablespoons of this syrup with ice water and garnish with mint to serve.

Provided by Desert Damsel

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 2h30m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 cups orange blossom honey
5 cups water
2 cups white wine vinegar
12 large sprigs fresh mint

Steps:

  • Stir honey and water together in a pot; bring to a boil and stir constantly until honey dissolves. Add vinegar, reduce heat to low, and simmer until syrup flavors combine, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Submerge mint in hot syrup and cool to room temperature. Remove and discard mint. Chill in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.2 calories, Carbohydrate 69.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 6.1 mg, Sugar 69.6 g

PERSIAN MINT & CUCUMBER COOLER (SEKANJABIN)



Persian Mint & Cucumber Cooler (Sekanjabin) image

In Iran, a pitcher of sekanjabin is served at family picnics, especially during those long, hot months. The syrup is simple: sugar, mint and water. But it's the vinegar that makes this into a delicious sweet and sour concoction. The mint syrup can be served two ways. The first is as a dipping sauce for fresh, crisp lettuce leaves. There's something quite novel watching grown adults lick their fingers while dipping their crispy greens into this very sticky syrup. Heads of lettuce are consumed by the bunches as everyone dips on leaf after another. Some prefer sekanjabin as a drink: diluted in water, served over a glass filled with ice and grated cucumber. You can control the amount of sweetness, adding more or less water as desired. Some prefer more tang and add a bit more vinegar or lemon juice.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Beverages

Time 35m

Yield 1 1/2 cups syrup, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups granulated sugar
7 cups water, divided
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1 cup mint, fresh, loosely packed
3 Persian cucumbers, grated

Steps:

  • In a small pot over medium-high heat whisk together the sugar and wateruntil dissolved.
  • Let syrup boil together for 10 minutes, then add the white wine vinegar
  • Reduce heat to medium and cook until syrup thickens, about 20-30 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the 1 cup mint. Remove mint when syrup has cooled.
  • For a drink, mix a pitcher with syrup (measuring about 1 1/2 cups) with.
  • the 6 cups cold water and grated cucumber.
  • This will yield a sweeter drink. Add more water to dilute to your taste preference.
  • The drink is best served ice cold. Serve the syrup with crispy lettuce leaves like Romaine hearts or iceberg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.7, Fat 0.1, Sodium 13.5, Carbohydrate 67.9, Fiber 1, Sugar 66.5, Protein 0.5

STRAWBERRY, GINGER AND MINT SEKANJABIN



Strawberry, Ginger and Mint Sekanjabin image

This syrup is based on an ancient Persian recipe, and it keeps virtually indefinitely without any special care. Excellent for camping, and truly refreshing on a hot, hot day! And there's no waste, you use every part of every ingredient in this stuff. After straining, remove the lemon peels and ginger and toss in a bag of sugar for a candied treat!

Provided by The Magpie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 8h55m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups white sugar
2 cups water
12 ounces fresh or frozen strawberries, chopped
1 cup chopped fresh mint
½ cup sliced fresh ginger
2 lemons, peeled and juiced
1 cup white balsamic vinegar (not distilled vinegar)

Steps:

  • Bring the sugar and water to a boil over high heat. Boil until the sugar has dissolved, then stir in the strawberries, mint, ginger, lemon peels, and lemon juice. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in the white balsamic vinegar.
  • Allow the syrup to stand overnight at room temperature, then strain out the fruits with a fine sieve. Store at room temperature in a sterile container.
  • To use, stir 1 part syrup into 4 to 6 parts water; serve cold with ice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 2.8 mg, Sugar 28.4 g

SEKANJABIN



Sekanjabin image

A sweet-and-slightly-sour mint drink, this can be traced back to 16th century Persia. Other herbs, like thyme, lavender or rosemary may be substituted for different flavors.

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories     Beverages

Time 30m

Yield 1 qt, 32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups sugar
2 1/2 cups water
1 cup red wine vinegar or 1 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 lb mint leaf

Steps:

  • Dissolve sugar in water in a medium pot.
  • When it reaches the simmer, add the vinegar and mint. Simmer slowly for 30 minutes.
  • Strain into a storage bottle. Can be kept at room temperature indefinitely if sealed.
  • To drink, mix 2 tablespoons of syrup with 1 cup of cold or hot water.
  • Sugar-free variation: Increase water to 3 cups. Simmer water, mint and vinegar for 30 minutes. When cool, add 80-90 1-gram packets (to taste) of aspartame-based sweetner (Equal or similar brand).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.9, Sodium 1.7, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 24.9

Using different types of vinegar

When using other types of vinegar in a Sekanjabin recipe, it is important to consider the acidity of the vinegar to ensure the proper balance of flavors. For example, using white or champagne vinegar may require adjusting the amount of sugar to maintain a sweet-tart balance. It is also important to use a vinegar that complements the flavors of other ingredients, such as the type of fruit or sweetener

Experimenting with different sweeteners

While sugar is the most common sweetener used in Sekanjabin, there are many other options that can be used to create a unique and delicious beverage. Some popular substitutes include agave nectar, maple syrup, or raw sugar. Additionally, experimenting with different types of fruit can produce different flavors of Sekanjabin, allowing for a range of flavors and taste experiences.

Conclusion

With its refreshing and invigorating taste, Sekanjabin is a versatile beverage that can be enjoyed on its own or used as an ingredient in other culinary creations. With a few simple ingredients and a bit of creative flair, anyone can easily make this delightful drink at home. Let your taste buds travel to Persia with this simple yet delicious treat!

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