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    Home » Recipes » DIY » Rose Syrup and Instant Gulkand

    Rose Syrup and Instant Gulkand

    Published : Jun 20,2022 | Last Updated On : Jun 22, 2022 by Muktha

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    Rose Syrup and instant gulkand is a simple and easy recipe that you can make at home.

    This recipe gets ready under 30 minutes and has a great shelf life too. Both rose syrup and gulkand are extremely beneficial with lot of health benefits.

    Beauty of this recipe is you get both rose syrup and instant gulkand ( rose petals jam) in a go , to use in versatile recipes.

    Few of my favorite recipe with rose syrup includes Paan Milkshake , Falooda , rose laddo and rooafzha

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    About this recipe

    Homemade rose syrup is not only easy to make but it is very economical . It's lingering aroma is not only soothing but it has a refreshing flavour too.

    In India , it is widely used during summer to beat the heat . Going Desi ( Indian ) , you can use this homemade flavourful rose syrup to make desserts ,milkshakes , rose milk , falooda, rose lassi and drizzle over ice creams.

    Also it is a great cordial to add into sparkling water , soda , cocktails and mocktails.

    Roe syrup is mixed with milk to make rose milk ; great way to uplift mood , combat mood swings , fight against acidity , heart burn and keeps the body cool. Where as Gulkand is great for reliving constipation and acidity.

    Ingredients

    To make this flavourful rose surup , you only need 3 ingredients ! Rose petals , sugar and water .

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    Rose Petals - Source some organic dry rose petals . You can use either dry rose petal or fresh rose petals. If using fresh ones use 3 cups of fresh rose petals for every 1 cup of dry rose petals used. Choose rose petals that are free from pesticides and diseases. You can pick

    Sugar - is the sweetener , I have used in this syrup. Other sweeteners like agave , monk fruit or maple syrup can be used. But jaggery doesn't tastes great in this syrup. Sugar to dry peatls ratio is 1:1 .

    Water used to make rose syrup is twice the amount of sugar in the recipe.

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    How to make Rose Syrup

    In a sauce pan add rose petals , sugar and water.

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    Keep on low heat and stir well to dissolve sugar completely.

    Cover sauce pan with a lid and keep on simmer for 25 -30 minutes.

    After 30 minutes, open lid , stir and continue to cook uncovered until it reaches the slightly thick , syrup consistency.

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    Turn off heat ,  place saucepan on kitchen counter top and wait for the syrup to turn lukewarm.

    Strain the liquid from the petals and collect in a glass bottle , this liquid is Rose syrup .

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    And collected rose petals in strainer are used to make gulkand .

    To make Gulkand

    Add collected rose petals back into the same sauce pan . To this add ½ cup of rose syrup.

    cooked rose petals

    Mix well everything and cook on a medium heat .

    Continue to cook until rose petals absorbs all the sugar syrup

    At this point , colour changes to deep reddish brown.

    Turn off the stove and keep it aside on counter top until it cools down.

    homemade instant gulkand

    Store in a clean airtight jar and use it as required.

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    Homemade Rose Syrup and Instant Gulkand Recipe

    Rose Syryp and instant gulkand is made with just 3 ingredients. Flavorful and aromatic rose syrup is a great cordial with milk , mocktails cocktails, sparkling water and to beautify to icecrean and desserts.
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    Course: DIY
    Cuisine: India
    Prep Time: 0 minutes
    Cook Time: 50 minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes
    Servings : 237 ml
    Calories / Serving : 33
    Author: Muktha H S

    Ingredients 

    • 1 cup Oraganic Dry Rose Petals
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 2 cups water

    Instructions

    • In a sauce pan add rose petals , sugar and water.
    • Keep on low heat and stir well to dissolve sugar completely.
    • Cover sauce pan with a lid and keep on simmer for 25 -30 minutes.
    • After 30 minutes, open lid , stir and continue to cook uncovered until it reaches the slightly thick , syrup consistency.
    • Turn off heat , place saucepan on kitchen counter top and wait for the syrup to turn lukewarm.
    • Strain the liquid from the petals and collect in a glass bottle , this liquid is Rose syrup .
    • And collected rose petals in strainer are used to make gulkand .
    • To make Gulkand
    • Add collected rose petals back into the same sauce pan . To this add ½ cup of rose syrup.
    • Mix well everything and cook on a medium heat .
    • Continue to cook until rose petals absorbs all the sugar syrup
    • At this point , colour changes to deep reddish brown.
    • Turn off the stove and keep it aside on counter top until it cools down.
    • Store in a clean airtight jar and use it as required.

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    FAQ's

    Can I replace sugar with jaggery ?

    No , it's doesn't taste that great ! If you are experimental and want to try new taste , go ahead and let me know too.

    What is the shelf life of Rose Syrup?

    In refrigerator, this rose syrup stays good upto 4 months and Gulkand stays good for 2 months.

    How to use Gulkand to get relief from constipation ?

    Mix ½ tablespoon of Glukand with 1 teaspoon of butter and eat everyday morning on empty stomach. Or Mix 1 tablespoon of gulkand in 1 glass of milk , and drink at bedtime everyday . These 2 are known home remedies to relive constipation and also piles when practiced regularly.

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