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Cardamom Syrup with a Hint of Rose ?

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Our Cardamom Syrup is just the thing if you are looking to add some exotic flavour to your next fruit salad or cocktail. We have perfumed it with a hint of rose water  to add a floral note. 

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CARDAMOM SYRUP IN A PINK BOWL WITH ROSE & ROSE PETALS ON THE SIDE

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More on cardamom

Cardamom is native to India and Indonesia and related to ginger and turmeric. It is the seed pods of the cardamom plant and it is a perennial herb. 

It is a complex spice with both both green and black pods that have different flavour profiles. The green pods have a piney, citrusy, herbal aroma, while the black pods have a smoky more minty aroma.

cardamom SubstItution

If you are unable to find cardamom you may substitute with a combination of cloves and cinnamon or nutmeg. For one tablespoon of cardamom use 4 cloves and 1 cinnamon stick in this recipe. 

More on rose water

A middle eastern an Indian favourite predominantly used to flavour desserts and drinks. Rose water is made by steeping fresh rose petals in water, it has a potent and sweet “rosey” aroma. 

While it adds something special and exotic to this recipe you may leave it out as it is not essential. 

What Can I Use It On?

  • Use it in a fruit salad especially great with stone fruit and pome fruit such as apples and pairs
  • Great in cocktails
  • Superb in panacotta or custard
  • Add some complex flavour to your coffee or tea. 
  • As a drizzle on lemon cheesecake or baked goods such as cakes or muffins
  • A luxurious topping for pancakes or oatmeal 

You Will Need

LABELLED INGREDIENTS NEEDED TO MAKE CARDAMOM SYRUP

How to Make It

  1. Split the cardamom pods in half, small kitchen scissors are perfect for this.
  2. Add the sugar, water, split cardamom pods and rose petals in a small pan.
  3. Bring to the boil and then lower the heat and simmer until the sugar has dissolved.
  4. Remove from the heat and cool for five minutes, then add the lime juice and rose water. 
  5. Strain the syrup and discard the cardamom pods and rose petals.
  6. Place in a clean airtight glass bottle to store.
  • CARDAMOM SYRUP IN PAN
    ADD INGREDIENTS TO PAN
  • CARDAMOM SYRUP INGREDIENTS IN A PAN ON THE STOVE
    PLACE ON HIGH HEAT
  • CARDAMOM SYRUP IN PAN BOILING ON STOVE TOP
    BRING TO BOIL
  • CLOSE UP OF SPOON WITH CARDAMOM SYRUP WITH PAN IN THE BACKGROUND
    SIMMER UNTIL SUGAR DISSOLVES
  • HANDS ADDING LIME JUICE & ROSE WATER TO PAN WITH CARDAMOM SYRUP
    COOL, ADD LIME & ROSE WATER
  • HANDS STRAINING CARDAMOM SYRUP INTO A WHITE BOWL
    STRAIN SYRUP
  • CARDAMOM SYRUP IN A WHITE BOWL WITH ROSE PETALS ON THE SIDE
    ALLOW TO COOL COMPLETELY

How Much Does It Make?

This cardamom syrup recipe makes approximately half a cup or eight tablespoon. The nutritional information has been calculated per tablespoon.

How Long Can I Store It For?

If stored correctly in a clean sealed glass container and kept in a cool dark place for approximately three weeks.

We have used it on

  • PLUM SALAD WITH CARDAMOM SYRUP IN A WHITE BOWL WITH PINK LINEN NAPKIN & ROSE ON THE SIDE
PLUM SALAD

Try It As An Alternative Dressing On

  • STONE FRUIT SALAD ON WHITE PLATE WITH CUT STONE FRUIT SURROUNDING IT
    STONE FRUIT SALAD
  • STRAWBERRIES AND LIME FRUIT SALAD IN A BLACK BOWL WITH STRAWBERRIES AND LIME LEAVES SCATTERED AROUND
    STRAWBERRIES & LIME SALAD

More Sweet Dressing Recipes to Try

  • Vanilla Bean Syrup
  • Sweet Ginger & Lime

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CARDAMOM SYRUP IN A PINK BOWL WITH ROSE & ROSE PETALS ON THE SIDE

Cardamom Syrup with a Hint of Rose

Our Cardamom Syrup is just the thing to add exotic flavour to your next fruit salad or cocktail. Perfumed it with a hint of rose water for a floral note.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
* Times are an estimate and will depend on your skill level
Course: Dessert, Dressing
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Keyword: cardamom, rose water, syrup
Difficulty: Easy
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian,
Servings: 8 tablespoons
Calories: 53kcal
Author: Anastasia
Ingredients
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon rose petals
  • 1 tablespoon cardamom pods
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • 2 tbsps rose water
Metric - Imperial
Instructions
  • Split the cardamom pods in half, small kitchen scissors are perfect for this.
  • Add the sugar, water, split cardamom pods and rose petals in a small pan.
  • Bring to the boil and then lower the heat and simmer until the sugar has dissolved.
  • Remove from the heat and cool for five minutes, then add the lime juice and rose water.
  • Strain the syrup and discard the cardamom pods and rose petals.
  • Place in a clean airtight glass bottle and store in a cool dark place for a month or so.
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
Calories: 53kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg
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