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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Gufran Husain
gufran-husain62@yahoo.comI love the combination of cucumber and basil. This syrup is a great way to enjoy these two flavors together.
Nawab Jee
nawab@hotmail.comThis syrup is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers. It's also a great way to add a unique flavor to your drinks and desserts.
Daham Madusara
d.madusara@yahoo.comI'm always looking for new and interesting ways to use cucumbers. This syrup is a great way to do that. It's a refreshing and flavorful addition to any drink or dessert.
David Godfrey
d-g@yahoo.comThis syrup is so easy to make and it's so versatile. I've used it in cocktails, mocktails, and even desserts. It's a great way to add a pop of flavor to any drink or dish.
Monir Hasan
h-monir@yahoo.comI'm not really a fan of cucumber, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The cucumber flavor is very subtle and the basil really shines through.
Byaruhanga Isacc
b-i7@aol.comI love this syrup! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I've been using it in my iced tea and lemonade all summer long.
Philip Obonyo
op25@hotmail.comI'm allergic to basil, so I used mint instead. It was still really good.
jeweliette coyle
j@hotmail.comThis recipe is a bit too sweet for my taste. Next time, I'll use less sugar.
mmd
mmd@hotmail.comI'm not sure what I did wrong, but my syrup turned out really bitter. I think I might have used too much basil.
Joselin Larios
lariosjoselin@hotmail.comI've made this syrup several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it.
Astar Astar
a-astar@hotmail.comThis syrup is a great way to use up extra cucumbers from your garden.
Rc Sobuj
s-rc53@aol.comI'm not a huge fan of cucumber, but I really enjoyed this syrup. The basil mellows out the cucumber flavor and creates a really nice balance.
MD Nahid Khan MD Nahid Khan
khanm@hotmail.frI used this syrup to make a cucumber basil granita, and it was a perfect summer treat. The syrup added just the right amount of sweetness and flavor.
Justyce Ramos
ramosj@hotmail.comThis syrup is so easy to make. I had it ready in less than 30 minutes.
Ismail Zakaria
i.z@gmail.comI was skeptical about the cucumber and basil combination, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors work really well together and create a unique and refreshing syrup.
Rabiu Umar
rabiu.umar40@hotmail.frI love the simplicity of this recipe. With just a few ingredients, you can make a delicious and versatile syrup that can be used in a variety of drinks and desserts.
Roz
roz26@yahoo.comThis cucumber basil syrup is a refreshing and unique twist on a classic. The cucumber adds a light, crisp flavor, while the basil gives it a subtle herbaceousness. I used it to make a cucumber basil lemonade, and it was a huge hit with my friends and