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July: Fruits begin to ripen, the tree continues growing.
Safe, fruits are edible. Cornelian cherry is traditionally considered a symbol of health and longevity.. Berries are used in folk medicine as a tonic..
Shrub or small tree with bright red sour-sweet berries.. Blooms early spring, berries ripen by autumn..
Berries are harvested in late August to early September when they become dark red and juicy. Better to pick ripe berries as unripe ones taste bitter.
Before consumption, berries should be washed and, if needed, soaked to soften taste.. Cornelian cherries are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants..
Berries are used for jams, compotes, kissels, juices, and tinctures.. Cornelian cherry pastila and jams are also popular.. Used in jams, stewed fruit and pastille.
Berry: Dark red, sweet and sour, juicy
Seed: Hard, inedible
Seed: Hard, inedible
Cornelian Cherry Jam (Boiling)
Sweet and sour jam with bright flavor
Sweet and sour jam with bright flavor
1. Wash berries and remove seeds.
2. Cover berries with sugar and let stand for several hours to release juice.
3. Cook on low heat until thickened.
2. Cover berries with sugar and let stand for several hours to release juice.
3. Cook on low heat until thickened.
Cornelian Cherry Compote (Boiling)
Refreshing sweet and sour drink
Refreshing sweet and sour drink
1. Wash berries and add water.
2. Add sugar and cook for 15-20 minutes.
3. Cool and serve chilled.
2. Add sugar and cook for 15-20 minutes.
3. Cool and serve chilled.
Cornelian Cherry Tincture (Infusion)
Strong drink with rich flavor
Strong drink with rich flavor
1. Pour berries with vodka or spirit.
2. Infuse for 3-4 weeks in a dark place.
3. Strain and bottle.
2. Infuse for 3-4 weeks in a dark place.
3. Strain and bottle.
Cornelian Cherry Kissel (Boiling)
Thick sweet and sour drink
Thick sweet and sour drink
1. Prepare broth from berries and strain.
2. Add sugar and starch to thicken.
3. Cook until thickened and serve warm.
2. Add sugar and starch to thicken.
3. Cook until thickened and serve warm.