Uzvar is an ancient Ukrainian drink made of mixed dried fruits.
Classic combinations are apples, pears, and smoked prunes. But of course, you can use any fruits that you like. Just avoid the fruits that were soaked in sugar syrup.
Uzvar has a natural, subtle, sweet taste and is pleasant to drink as it is. But feel free to add your favourite sweetener. If you have vegan honey on hand, that would be perfect.
Also, you can make it spicy by adding cinnamon sticks, star anise and cloves. Spicy Uzvar is best when served hot.
This time, I put some dried dark mulberries in my Uzvar to give it a deep colour and a sweet taste.
Wash your dried fruits if they have dust on them.
Put fruits in a big pot and cover with 3 litres of water. Bring to a boil.
Lower the heat and let it simmer covered for 20 minutes.
Switch off the heat and set aside for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Strain the liquid and serve. Can be served hot or cold with your favourite sweetener if desired.
Uzvar (Dried fruits infusion)
Ancient Ukrainian drink made of mixed dried fruits.
- Prep Time: 2 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 2 liters 1x
- Category: Drink
- Cuisine: Ukrainian
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 C mixed dried fruits (apples, pears, prunes, etc.)
- 3 litres of water
Instructions
- Wash your dried fruits if they have dust on them.
- Put fruits in a big pot and cover with 3 litres of water. Bring to a boil.
- Lower the heat and let it simmer covered for 20 minutes.
- Switch off the heat and set aside for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- Strain the liquid and serve. Can be served hot or cold with your favourite sweetener if desired.
