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Ribes rubrum |
July: Red currant berries ripen, harvest takes place.
Safe for humans. Possible allergic reactions. In Russia, red currant is popular in home gardening. Commonly used in traditional desserts and drinks.
Shrub with bright red berries in clusters. Large, five-lobed leaves with mild aroma.
Grows in gardens and wild shrubs Berries are hand-picked after full ripening
Harvest berries in the morning on a dry day. Pick carefully to avoid damaging branches.
Rinse berries with cold water. Store in refrigerator or freeze for long-term storage. Safe when eaten raw.
Berry: Red, juicy, sweet and sour with refreshing taste
Leaf: Used for teas and infusions
Leaf: Used for teas and infusions
Red Currant Jam (Cooking)
Bright aroma and sweet-sour taste
Bright aroma and sweet-sour taste
1. Wash berries and remove stems.
2. Cover with sugar in 1:1 ratio and let stand 1-2 hours.
3. Cook on low heat for 20 minutes, stirring.
2. Cover with sugar in 1:1 ratio and let stand 1-2 hours.
3. Cook on low heat for 20 minutes, stirring.
Red Currant Compote (Boiling)
Refreshing drink with mild tartness
Refreshing drink with mild tartness
1. Wash berries and cover with water.
2. Bring to boil and cook for 10 minutes.
3. Add sugar to taste, cool and serve.
2. Bring to boil and cook for 10 minutes.
3. Add sugar to taste, cool and serve.
Red Currant Sauce for Meat (Cooking)
Sweet and sour sauce with bright flavor
Sweet and sour sauce with bright flavor
1. Cook berries with sugar and spices for 15 minutes.
2. Strain through sieve and adjust consistency.
3. Serve with meat dishes.
2. Strain through sieve and adjust consistency.
3. Serve with meat dishes.
Red Currant Leaf Tea (Brewing)
Healthy and refreshing beverage
Healthy and refreshing beverage
1. Put dried leaves in teapot.
2. Pour boiling water and steep for 10 minutes.
3. Serve with honey to taste.
2. Pour boiling water and steep for 10 minutes.
3. Serve with honey to taste.