Homemade Strawberry Crush

The Strawberry Crush is fresh strawberry cooked in with sugar,  to use when strawberries are not in season throughout the year.  This can be used in both sweet and savory recipes like milkshakes, ice slush and teas, kulfi, drinks, cocktails, waffles and pancakes. This homemade crush is cheap and easy to make, contains no preservatives or color.  It stays good for a year if stored in the freezer, as it does not crystallize / form ice.

Ingredients
400 Grams Strawberries - chopped
1.1/2 Cup Sugar
1 Tablespoon Lemon juice
1/2 Cup Water

Method
Heat water in a deep pan. add the water and sugar, keep stirring till the sugar dissolves completely. Remove scum floating on top with a spoon. Now add the strawberries and cook till they soften and become a thick paste . Take off flame add the lemon juice. mix well and keep it cool completely .

Pour into sun dried, clean, food grade storage bottles and keep it in the freezer. When you want to use it just spoon out the quantity required and use.

Labels : Jams & Sauces, Strawberry, Sugar, Homemade