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Pureed currants without sugar are a storehouse of vitamins and microelements. With this processing method, it retains all the beneficial substances. The amazing aroma and sour-sweet taste of this dish are loved by children and adults. Currant puree is perfect for sweet baked goods or as a sweet and sour sauce. Mashed berries are easy to prepare and do not require special equipment or skills.
Beneficial properties of grated currants without sugar
Blackcurrant has a record content of vitamin C. According to this parameter, it is a worthy competitor to lemon and orange. Red is a recognized leader in vitamin A content.
Benefits of mashed black and red currant puree without sugar:
- can be used as a multivitamin in winter;
- strengthens the body's protective functions;
- improves appetite, stimulates the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract;
- promotes blood purification and reproduction;
- tones and relieves fatigue;
- rejuvenates the body, reduces the risk of developing cancer;
- improves the functioning of the cardiovascular system;
- removes toxins from the body;
- calms inflammatory processes, including in joints;
- acts as an antipyretic and diaphoretic;
- for diabetes mellitus, it is a valuable source of vitamins, organic acids and potassium, which is responsible for normalizing water and acid metabolism. Regular consumption of the product significantly reduces the negative impact of the disease on the body.
Ingredients
To prepare pureed currants without sugar, you will need fresh berries. Ripe berries should be sorted. Remove leaves, tails, rotten and moldy specimens. Rinse well in a colander under running water. Leave the container with the berries on the side of the empty pan for 30 minutes to allow the water to drain. Then start making pureed currants without sugar.
Recipe for pureed currants without sugar
Puréed currants can be made in several ways. Place the washed red or black currants in a deep saucepan or stewpan and crush with a metal or wooden masher. Then put the mixture into a fine metal sieve and rub through it with a spoon or spatula. You will get a homogeneous puree without skins and almost no seeds.
For large quantities of berries, you can use a meat grinder or immersion blender. A mixer with a whisk attachment will also work. The crushed mass must be ground in small portions through a sieve, from time to time removing the remaining skins and seeds. If desired, the skins and seeds can be left. Crush the currants well or puree them in a blender - the natural product is ready for use.
You can use a juicer with an attachment for juice with pulp.The product will be homogeneous, without foreign impurities. The remaining mass of skins, seeds and pulp can be used to make delicious currant jam.
Calorie content
Black and red currants, pureed without sugar, have low calorie content. 100 grams of puree contains only 46 kcal. At the same time, the nutritional value of the product is high - 2 tablespoons completely replenish the body’s daily need for vitamins A and C. Regular consumption normalizes metabolism, so currants are indicated in the treatment of obesity. Sugar-free currants perfectly cleanse the body and are a healthy food product. Helps solve the problem of excess weight and has a beneficial effect on the skin and hair.
Terms and conditions of storage
Grated red or black currants without sugar are a perishable product. It should only be stored in the refrigerator in a clean glass container with a tightly closed lid. Shelf life – 24 hours.
To preserve tasty and healthy puree for the winter, it should be frozen or sterilized.
- To freeze, place the finished puree into small containers that have been previously washed. It is advisable to take food-grade plastic that can withstand temperatures from +100 to -30O C. Cover tightly and place in the freezer. Frozen ground currants can be stored for 6-12 months without losing their beneficial properties.
- To preserve in jars, place the pureed berries in an enamel or steel bowl, put on the fire and bring to a boil. Reduce the flame and simmer for 20-30 minutes. Sterilize jars and boil lids. Pour the boiling puree into jars and roll up. Leave under the blanket to cool slowly. This product can be stored for up to six months in a cool, dark place.
Conclusion
Sugar-free pureed currants have become a tasty and healthy treat. It can be served on a dessert table with tea or coffee, and also as a spicy sauce for meat dishes. This easy-to-prepare preparation is widely used in home cooking. From it you can make excellent fruit drinks and jelly, jelly and cream for cakes, marmalade and hot or spicy sauce. With strict adherence to storage conditions and processing methods, you can enjoy the natural taste of aromatic berries until the next harvest.
