Strawberry, Lemon, and Mint Compote for Winter

Cooking method

1. Step 1:

   

   How do you make strawberry, lemon, and mint compote for winter? Start by gathering everything you'll need for this delicious canned strawberry compote.

2. Step 2:

   

   Pour 300 grams (about 1 1/2 cups) of sugar into a pot of boiling water.

3. Step 3:

   

   Stirring well, bring the water back to a boil and let the sugar dissolve completely.

4. Step 4:

   

   Place 500 grams (about 1 pound) of washed, hulled strawberries into a clean 3-liter jar and add two lemon slices.

5. Step 5:

   

   Add a single sprig of mint to the jar.

6. Step 6:

   

   Pour the boiling syrup over the strawberries, filling the jar all the way to the top.

7. Step 7:

   

   Wash the canning lids well and pour boiling water over them to sterilize.

8. Step 8:

   

   Set a sterilized lid loosely on top of the jar, then leave it to stand and cool for 30 minutes.

9. Step 9:

   

   After 30 minutes, pour the syrup from the jar back into the pot.

10. Step 10:

    

    Set the pot of syrup on the stove, bring it to a boil, and boil for exactly one minute.

11. Step 11:

    

    Pour the hot syrup back over the berries, again filling the jar right to the top.

12. Step 12:

    

    Cover the jar with a sterilized lid and seal it tightly with a canning lid sealer.

13. Step 13:

    

    Check the seal by turning the jar upside down. If you see air bubbles leaking out from under the lid, the lid hasn't sealed properly and needs to be replaced.

14. Step 14:

    

    Wrap the jars in a blanket and let them cool completely, then move the cooled jars to a dark, cool place for storage.

15. Step 15:

    

    Let's cook together, keep it simple, and make the most delicious dishes at home from everyday ingredients! Enjoy, everyone!