Creating a strawberry compote with rose, mint, and honey infuses the classic strawberry flavor with floral and herbal notes, resulting in a delightful and aromatic topping. Here's how you can make it:
Ingredients: – 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced – 2 tablespoons honey (adjust to taste) – 1 tablespoon dried rose petals (culinary grade) – 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped – 1 tablespoon water – Juice of half a lemon
Strawberry preparation: Thoroughly wash strawberries under cold water. After removing the stems and hulls, slice the strawberries into quarters or smaller pieces.
The Compote: Mix sliced strawberries, honey, dried rose petals, chopped mint leaves, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Heat the saucepan over medium heat and simmer the compote, stirring occasionally. As the strawberries soften and release their juices, the compote will infuse with rose, mint, and honey.
Simmer and Thicken: Simmer the compote for 10-15 minutes until the strawberries break down and the mixture thickens to your liking. Stir occasionally to avoid sticking or scorching. Taste the compote and add honey if needed. Strawberry maturity and personal preference affect sweetness.
After the compote reaches your desired consistency and flavor, remove the saucepan from heat. The compote should cool somewhat before serving. Serve warm or cooled, as desired.
Store leftover compote in an airtight container in the fridge for a week.
Serve strawberry compote with rose, mint, and honey on pancakes, waffles, yogurt, ice cream, or porridge. It's a great cake, cheesecake, or pavlova topping. Taste this fragrant compote of strawberries, rose, mint, and honey!
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