Strawberry, Ginger and Mint Sekanjabin

Name: Strawberry, Ginger and Mint Sekanjabin
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 8 h 55 min
Yield: 6 cups of syrup
Ingredients: 4 cups white sugar; 2 cups water; 12 ounces fresh or frozen strawberries, chopped; 1 cup chopped fresh mint; ½ cup sliced fresh ginger; 2 lemons, peeled and juiced; 1 cup white balsamic vinegar (not distilled vinegar)

Rating: 4.86 stars

21 Ratings
19 Reviews
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This syrup is based on an ancient Persian recipe, and it keeps virtually indefinitely without any special care. Excellent for camping, and truly refreshing on a hot, hot day! And there's no waste, you use every part of every ingredient in this stuff. After straining, remove the lemon peels and ginger and toss in a bag of sugar for a candied treat!

By The Magpie

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prep:

25 mins

cook:

30 mins

additional:

8 hrs

total:

8 hrs 55 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 cups of syrup

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 30 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

4 cups white sugar
2 cups water
12 ounces fresh or frozen strawberries, chopped
1 cup chopped fresh mint
½ cup sliced fresh ginger
2 lemons, peeled and juiced
1 cup white balsamic vinegar (not distilled vinegar)

Directions

Step 1
Bring the sugar and water to a boil over high heat. Boil until the sugar has dissolved, then stir in the strawberries, mint, ginger, lemon peels, and lemon juice. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in the white balsamic vinegar.

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Step 2
Allow the syrup to stand overnight at room temperature, then strain out the fruits with a fine sieve. Store at room temperature in a sterile container.
Step 3
To use, stir 1 part syrup into 4 to 6 parts water; serve cold with ice if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

114 calories; protein 0.2g; carbohydrates 29.1g; fat 0.1g; cholesterol 0mg; sodium 2.8mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (19)

Most helpful positive review

Cassie

04/26/2012

So amazing! I had never heard of Sekanjabin before but I googled it and now I know...But anyway I was afraid to use the white balsamic vinegar but it is SO GOOD! my 2 year old daughter loves it! It is perfect prepared as written. The strawberry taste is great. The store had Pear infused white balsamic as well as Raspberry infused for the same price and I think that may taste good as well. Thanks! Read More

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(25)

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bmkelso

10/29/2016

I want to know if you can take the white balsamic vinegar out as my kids don't like it because of that.. Read More

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(1)

21 Ratings

5 star values: 19
4 star values: 1
3 star values: 1
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 0

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Cassie

04/26/2012

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aimee

08/27/2008

Very flavourful. I made it with the same quantities, but my kids found the ginger nad lenmon flavour too strong, so I made the same thing (but a lesser quantity) omitting the lemon and ginger, let it rest overnight with the balsamic vinegar, and added this to the first sekanjabin. The result is a fuller strawberry flavour, with the wonderful after-taste of lemony-ginger. HMM! Thank you for sharing. Read More

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momof3boys

03/30/2008

This is wonderful. I was suprised by the vinegar but it prompted me to learn more about Sekanjabin. Thanks for a great recipe and cultural lesson. Read More

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The Magpie

06/03/2007

OK I'm biased because I wrote this one but I have to admit it's by far my summer favorite -- and my guests too:) Read More

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Bernice Dray

06/17/2011

Great recipe and drink for the summer. I had grown mint in my aero garden so I tried this recipe. Thanks. Read More

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Burny

02/12/2012

I am gonna fiddle with this a bit more. It is a really good recipe. It reminds me of a mint julep. I am in need a of a version. Since a mint julep is basically bourbon well that's not all that easy. I am going to delete the strawberries and use lime instead of lemons and use 1/4 cup regular balsamic and the rest white but as is the color is almost spot on. It tastes so good. This is so refreshing. Read More

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chrissiek

06/25/2012

This was delicious! a perfect natural juice concentrate! Read More

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Irene Y

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02/23/2017

Refreshing sweet and flavourful. I used half the amount of ginger because I don't think my kids would like it too gingery. I tried my first glass with about 1 part syrup to 5 parts water plus ice that slowly melted. This seems about right for my tastes. EDIT: I tried this with 1 part syrup to 6 parts club soda and it is the BOMB.:) Read More

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bmkelso

10/29/2016

I want to know if you can take the white balsamic vinegar out as my kids don't like it because of that.. Read More

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Servings Per Recipe: 30
Calories: 113.5

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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Cassie

04/26/2012

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08/27/2008

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momof3boys

03/30/2008

This is wonderful. I was suprised by the vinegar but it prompted me to learn more about Sekanjabin. Thanks for a great recipe and cultural lesson.

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(20)

The Magpie

06/03/2007

OK I'm biased because I wrote this one but I have to admit it's by far my summer favorite -- and my guests too:)

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(9)

Bernice Dray

06/17/2011

Great recipe and drink for the summer. I had grown mint in my aero garden so I tried this recipe. Thanks.

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(6)

Burny

02/12/2012

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chrissiek

06/25/2012

This was delicious! a perfect natural juice concentrate!

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Irene Y

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02/23/2017

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bmkelso

10/29/2016

I want to know if you can take the white balsamic vinegar out as my kids don't like it because of that..

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