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Recipes with rose hips for the winter are in the repertoire of every zealous housewife. The fruits of this crop are a real storehouse of vitamins necessary to maintain immunity, especially during seasonal colds.
Cooking methods and what can be made from rose hips for the winter
There are many known ways to prepare this valuable berry for the winter without losing its beneficial properties. They make wonderful jam, marmalade and syrup from it. Rosehip marmalade is no less tasty. Most recipes only contain two or three ingredients. A compote is made from this representative of the Rose family, the juice of the berries is mixed with the juices of fruits and vegetables, thus preparing healthy mixes and cocktails.
One of the most common methods of harvesting rose hips for the winter is freezing. Since the culture does not undergo heat treatment, it retains almost all vitamins and valuable nutrients. Before freezing, the fruits are separated from the sepals, washed, dried and only then placed in containers and bags, then sent to the freezer.
Rose hips should be thawed before use.
Another popular way of preparing for the winter is drying.The fruits are pre-sorted, removing rotten and damaged specimens. Then they are laid out evenly in one layer on newspapers or dry cloth. Dry rose hips in a well-ventilated area. The main condition is the absence of direct sunlight, which can destroy some of the vitamins.
For several days, while the raw material dries, the berries are regularly turned over to prevent mold from forming. Once they are dry, they are transferred to fabric bags or paper bags. Healthy decoctions and compotes are obtained from dry preparations.
Selection and preparation of ingredients
They begin to harvest rose hips for the winter from the end of August. It is at this time that most varieties are harvested. The degree of ripeness can be determined by the color and structure of the fruit. The bright red hue and slightly crushed skin indicate that the harvest is ripe.
Rose hip collection can continue until the first frost. They harvest the crops wearing gloves and special suits that protect the skin from minor cuts and scratches.
After picking, the berries are sorted and the sepals and stalks are cut off with kitchen scissors. Then they are dried with paper or textile towels and an acceptable recipe or preparation method is selected.
Healthy tea is brewed from rosehip flowers
In addition to the fruits, rosehip leaves and flowers are prepared for the winter. They can be either dried or frozen. Flowers are collected in June, and leaves in July - August.
How to properly prepare rose hips at home for the winter
A variety of rosehip preparations for the winter at home will allow everyone to find the best option for a tasty and healthy delicacy. Children especially like marmalade and compotes, while adults will appreciate jams, syrups and tonic infusions.
Jam
Rosehip jam is no less healthy than its alternative recipe made from raspberries. This is an excellent means of not only treating, but also preventing ARVI.
Jam is the most popular type of rosehip preparation for the winter.
Required:
- berries – 1 kg;
- sugar – 1 kg;
- water – 1 l.
Steps:
- Rinse the main raw materials well, cut in half and remove the seeds.
- The berries can also be scalded with boiling water.
- Place all the ingredients in a saucepan and place it on low heat.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, remove the pinkish film that appears.
- Simmer for another 5 minutes, without ceasing to stir.
- Remove the jam from the stove and let it brew for 7-8 hours.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes over low heat, remembering to stir.
- Sterilize the jars, pour the jam into them and roll up the lids.
This recipe allows you to retain some of the vitamins and does not caramelize the sugar, so the final product retains a beautiful reddish-orange color.
Compote
This recipe is an excellent option for a vitamin drink that will be a healthy alternative to lemonades and store-bought juices. In addition to rose hips, you can additionally use almost any berries and fruits in the recipe.
Children love rosehip preparations very much.
Required:
- berries – 200 g;
- water – 3.5 l;
- sugar – 100 g;
- citric acid – 4 g.
Steps:
- Place the washed fruits in a saucepan and add water.
- Bring everything to a boil.
- Add sugar and simmer for 15 minutes.
- At the end of cooking, add citric acid, mix well and pour the compote into sterilized jars.
- Roll up the lids.
The compote made from rose hips, cranberries and apples is especially tasty.
Syrup
Rosehip syrup is a vitamin preparation that can be found in any pharmacy. But it will be much more economical if you do it at home. The syrup recipe requires only three ingredients.
Rosehip syrup can be added to tea instead of sugar
Required:
- rosehip – 1 kg;
- water – 1.5 l;
- granulated sugar – 1.5 kg.
Preparation process:
- Wash the rose hips thoroughly and remove the seeds.
- Scroll the fruits through a meat grinder or puree in a blender.
- Pour in water and bring to a boil.
- Simmer the mixture over low heat for no more than 10 minutes. Stir constantly.
- Pour sugar into the syrup and cook for another 30 minutes, remembering to stir the contents of the pan.
- Pour the hot preparation into sterilized jars or bottles, close the lids and allow to cool at room temperature.
Store syrup in the refrigerator or basement.
Jam
Thick jam can be used as a breakfast addition or filling for pies. You can enhance the taste and beneficial properties of the product by adding additional ingredients to the recipe, for example, lingonberries or cranberries.
The combination of rose hips and cranberries in one recipe is a powerful dose of vitamin C
Required:
- rosehip – 1 kg;
- cranberries – 200 g;
- sugar – 800 g.
Preparation process:
- Wash the raw materials well, then add cold water and leave for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove the seeds from the rosehip and grind it together with the cranberries in a meat grinder or blender.
- Place the mixture in a saucepan, bring to a boil and add sugar (gradually).
- Cook the jam to the desired thickness for 25-30 minutes.
- Pack the hot product into sterilized jars, allow to cool and store.
Rosehip jam can be a beautiful and very useful addition to any gift.
Marmalade
One of the most popular children's treats is marmalade. Its recipe is not complicated. This preparation for the winter is very popular among mothers who want to boost their babies’ immunity in a natural way.
During the cold season, the usual berry jam should be replaced with rosehip marmalade
Required:
- rosehip – 1 kg;
- granulated sugar – 700 g;
- water – 200 ml.
Steps:
- Pre-clean the fruits from stalks and sepals, wash and remove seeds.
- Pour in water and simmer over low heat until completely softened.
- Rub the mixture through a fine sieve, add sugar and return to the heat.
- Cook until thickened.
- Pour the hot product into sterilized jars, roll up the lids and leave to cool for a day.
To enrich the flavor palette, you can add orange zest to the marmalade recipe.
Juice
Another useful preparation for the winter is rosehip juice with honey. In addition to a large amount of vitamin C, there is also folic acid, which prevents the development of tumors.
Rosehip with honey is contraindicated for allergy sufferers
Required:
- fruits – 1 kg;
- honey – 250 g;
- water.
Preparation process:
- Remove seeds from pre-processed berries.
- Place them in a saucepan, add 200 ml of water and keep on low heat until completely softened.
- Rub the rose hips through a fine sieve.
- Add boiled water to the finished mixture in a 1:1 ratio.
- Bring everything to a boil.
- Add honey.
- Cook for another 4-5 minutes.
- Pour the finished product into jars, roll up the lids and leave to cool upside down.
It is better to store juice in the basement or refrigerator.
Conclusion
Recipes with rose hips for the winter are used not only to fight colds, but also as a means of boosting immunity. They have virtually no contraindications and are especially useful for children and the elderly.
