CUCUMBER-BASIL SYRUP
If your garden produces more cukes than you can eat, try this syrup. Great with seltzer water, in a gin tonic, or just with vodka on ice.
Provided by nch
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Syrup Recipes
Time 2h40m
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Remove ends of the cucumbers and discard. Slice cucumbers very finely. Toss in a bowl with the salt and set aside for a few minutes until the salt has drawn out a good amount of liquid.
- Drain cucumbers in a fine-mesh sieve set over a bowl. Squeeze them a little but not too much. Measure out 1 cup and discard the rest.
- Muddle the basil and add it to the cucumber liquid. Let it steep in the fridge for 2 hours.
- Strain liquid into a saucepan, squeezing basil well to extract any liquid. Stir in sugar and bring to a boil, then add lemon juice and reduce heat. Simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the temperature on a candy thermometer reaches 212 degrees F (100 degrees C), stirring once in a while.
- Let cool slightly, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a glass bottle and let cool. Seal tightly and refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 36.8 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
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Nadir noonari
[email protected]I've tried this recipe a few times now, and it's always a hit with my friends and family. It's the perfect summer drink!
Umer Ch
[email protected]This syrup is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Rayan Manoubi
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up my extra cucumbers and basil.
Sadam hussain dal
[email protected]This syrup is a great way to get your kids to drink more water. They love the sweet flavor.
Lauren Rowe
[email protected]I love the way this syrup smells. It's so fresh and inviting.
Adele Katherine Giron
[email protected]This syrup is a great way to add a touch of elegance to your cocktails and mocktails.
PTS Pts
[email protected]I've tried this recipe a few times now, and it's always a hit with my friends and family. It's the perfect summer drink!
Junaid Rana
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my syrup didn't turn out as thick as I expected. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Asim Asomkhan
[email protected]This syrup is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Dawood Waseem
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cucumber, but I actually really liked this syrup. The basil really balances out the cucumber flavor.
Tyrone fun world
[email protected]This syrup is a great way to use up extra cucumbers and basil. It's also a fun and easy way to add a new flavor to your favorite drinks.
Samer Almanaseer
[email protected]I've never tried cucumber basil syrup before, but I'm so glad I did. It's so unique and delicious.
Fauziashahzad Shahzad
[email protected]This syrup is so refreshing and flavorful. I love using it in sparkling water or iced tea.
mikey bc
[email protected]I love the subtle flavor of cucumber and basil in this syrup. It's perfect for adding a refreshing twist to cocktails and mocktails.
Ecima Filbert
[email protected]This syrup is a great way to add a touch of summer to your drinks. It's also a great way to use up extra cucumbers.
Shair Khan
[email protected]I was looking for a new way to use up my cucumbers, and this syrup was the perfect solution. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I've already made it twice!
Naji Hok
[email protected]This syrup is so easy to make and it's so versatile. I've used it in cocktails, mocktails, and even drizzled it over fruit and yogurt. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Grayson Davis
[email protected]I love the combination of cucumber and basil in this syrup. It's so refreshing and summery. I've used it in cocktails, mocktails, and even just sparkling water, and it's always a hit.
Yadav Premi
[email protected]This cucumber basil syrup is a refreshing and unique twist on a classic simple syrup. The cucumber adds a cool, crisp flavor, while the basil adds a touch of herbaceousness. I used it to make a cucumber basil lemonade, and it was a hit!