Dried Fruit Kissel
A tasty, sweet, wonderfully cozy drink for any time of year! Kissel — a lightly thickened fruit drink — made from dried fruit is a fresh twist on a familiar favorite. The rich flavor of a classic dried-fruit compote, so refreshing year-round, takes on a whole new character. All it takes is a little starch and some lemon, which add a touch of elegance and a pleasant tartness. Use any dried fruit, or a mix — it's all down to what you like.
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Dried Fruit Kissel
Nutrients and energy value of the composition of the recipe
By weight of the composition:
Proteins 0 %
0 g
Fats 0 %
0 g
Carbohydrates 100 %
11 g
44 kcal
GI:
17
/
50
/
33
- Making kissel is simple enough for even a beginner. But what sets it apart from a regular compote? Beyond the pleasant, silky texture that kids love so much, it's gentle on the stomach and counts as more than just a drink — it's a real fruit dessert. Start by prepping the dried fruit. Rinse it well with water first. If you dried it yourself and know it's clean, one rinse is enough; if you bought it at a store or market, it's best to soak it in warm water briefly, then rinse a couple more times to wash off any dirt left from processing. Put the prepared dried fruit in a pot, add the sugar, and cover with water. Bring it to a boil over high heat and cook for 20 minutes at a medium boil. When it's done, set the compote aside to cool a bit. While it cools to a temperature safe for handling, prep the starch: dissolve it separately in cold water, stirring well with a fork so no lumps remain. Strain the dried-fruit compote through a sieve or colander and return it to the pot. Pour the starch water into the compote in a thin stream, stirring constantly with a fork. Set the future kissel over medium heat and bring it to a boil. There's no need to cook it long — once the liquid boils, you can turn it off. This step cooks the starch so you won't taste it in the finished kissel. As soon as it's ready, pour it into a pitcher and add a few lemon slices. Serve it slightly cooled or fully chilled. Enjoy!
Caloric content of the products possible in the composition of the dish
- Lemon - 16 kcal/100g
- Lemon zest - 47 kcal/100g
- Dried Fruits - 250 kcal/100g
- Granulated sugar - 398 kcal/100g
- Sugar - 398 kcal/100g
- Starch - 320 kcal/100g
- Water - 0 kcal/100g
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