Cherry Kissel with Star Anise and Cloves
Drinks • Russian
Description
Star anise and cloves elevate the flavor of cherry to a new level: this is no longer just kissel — it's a gastronomic statement. We recently mastered this recipe in our editorial kitchen and we are very pleased with it.
Ingredients
- Cherry 10 oz
- Star anise 1 piece
- Clove 2 pieces
- Sugar 5 oz
- Starch film 0 oz
- Water 1¼ l
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients. For fresh cherries, remove the pits in advance.
Step 2
Sprinkle the cherries with sugar and let them sit for 1 hour to release their juice.
Step 3
In a pot, bring 1 liter of water to a boil with star anise and cloves. Boil for 5 minutes.
Step 4
Add cherries with sugar and juice.
Step 5
Bring to a boil and cook for 5–7 minutes.
Step 6
Remove and discard the star anise and cloves, as they are no longer needed.
Step 7
Mix the remaining water with the starch until smooth.
Step 8
Pour the starch solution into the pot and bring it back to a boil.
Step 9
When the jelly becomes smooth and starts to thicken, remove it from the heat.
Step 10
Serve the cherry jelly hot or chilled.
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