Strawberry, Ginger, and Mint Sekanjabin
Based on an ancient Persian recipe, this drink syrup (sekanjabin) with strawberry, ginger, and mint keeps virtually indefinitely without special care.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Bring sugar and water to a boil in a large pot over high heat; boil until sugar has dissolved. Stir in strawberries, mint, ginger, lemon peels, and lemon juice; return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; simmer for 20 minutes. Off heat, stir in vinegar. Set syrup aside at room temperature for 8 hours to overnight.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve; discard or reserve solids. Store syrup at room temperature in a sterile container.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Stir 1 part syrup into 4 to 6 parts water; serve cold with ice if desired.'}