Today, I’ll share two tried-and-true methods for preserving black currants for the winter that have stood the test of time and proved to be the most successful for me.
Let’s get cooking!
First, the currants should be carefully sorted, the stems removed, rinsed under cold water, and allowed to dry on a towel.
Method 1: Currant Mousse
1. **Selecting and Preparing Berries:**
– Choose the ripest berries and place them in small containers, filling them halfway.
2. **Making the Puree:**
– Blend the remaining berries in a blender until they become a smooth puree. Transfer this puree to a clean bowl.
– Add sugar to taste and gently mix it in.
– After tasting, add more sugar if needed.
3. **Whipping the Puree:**
– Beat the sugar and puree mixture with a mixer for several minutes until the sugar is completely dissolved, and the mixture becomes thicker and increases in volume.
4. **Filling the Containers:**
– Pour this mixture over the berries in the containers. I use 250 ml containers, which are optimal for my consumption. It’s important to note that thawed currants should be consumed within two days as they do not store well in the refrigerator.
– Give the container a little shake to distribute the mousse evenly.
In winter, you can thaw these currants and enjoy them as a dessert with a spoon.
### Method 2: Lightly Chopped Currants
1. **Lightly Chopping the Berries:**
– Take some currants and briefly process them in the blender until they are finely chopped. Avoid over-processing, which can turn them into puree, especially if the blender is overloaded.
2. **Adding Sugar:**
– Add sugar—about 300 grams per kilogram of berries, depending on their sweetness. Mix thoroughly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
3. **Storing the Mixture:**
– Pack the mixture into containers and store them in the freezer. This preparation is perfect for pancakes, fritters, cottage cheese, or ice cream.
These recipes have proven to be the best for me after many years of experimenting with preserving currants for the winter.
Do you like these recipes? How do you preserve black currants for the winter?
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