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Honey-infused peach and brown sugar is a powerful remedy for common respiratory issues like coughs, colds, and throat inflammation during winter. Team PasGo guides you on preparing this remedy without bitterness and foam, suitable for honey-soaked lemons and kumquats. Let's head to the kitchen now!
1. Soaking peach in honey: Prepare the ingredients
To make honey-soaked peach for cough relief, gather the following ingredients and tools:
- 1 kg of peaches
- 1 liter of honey
- 0.8 kg of brown sugar
- Glass jar, bamboo press plate, cutting board, knife,...
Prepare the ingredients for making honey-infused peach and brown sugar
Note: Use a glass jar to soak peach in honey; avoid plastic jars as the acidity of peaches can break down plastic, releasing harmful BPA.
After each use, make sure to wipe the outside of the glass jar dry to prevent it from becoming slippery and prone to slipping and breaking.
Choosing the perfect honey-infused lemon for brown sugar soaking
How to soak lemons in honey without bitterness depends largely on your choice of lemons. Lemons are usually in season in August and September each year, but the season is short, so make sure to seize the opportunity to buy ripe, seasonal lemons, avoiding pesticides.
To select juicy, fresh lemons, choose ones that are slightly mature, evenly ripe, shiny, thin-skinned, and emit the characteristic fragrance of lemons.
Avoid choosing lemons with a dark hue, as they may have been heavily sprayed with chemical pesticides.
How to choose incredibly delicious, juicy honey-infused peaches
How to select honey for soaking peach
It is advisable to purchase honey from reputable sources. To check its purity and density, place a small amount on a sheet of paper. Good honey will not spread but tends to contract into a 2/3 spherical shape.
2. Detailed steps for soaking peach in honey
Step 1: Prepare the peaches
First, take the peaches, wash them thoroughly, and soak them in diluted saltwater for about 15 minutes, then let them drain.
Afterward, slice them into thin rounds as shown in the image.
Prepare the peaches
Step 2: Soak peaches in brown sugar
Crush the brown sugar, layer it with peaches in a jar at a 1:1 ratio. Pour a layer of brown sugar into the jar, then place a layer of peaches, repeating until all peaches are used.
Exclude larger sugar chunks to be placed on top.
The golden ratio of peach to brown sugar
Step 3: Pour honey into the jar and press with a bamboo plate
Finally, pour honey into the jar, press down with a bamboo plate, and seal the jar tightly.
Pour honey into the jar and press with bamboo plate
Finished product: Honey-soaked peach slices
Simple honey-infused peach soaking method has provided us with a batch of honey-soaked peach slices for cough relief and colds for the whole family.
The delightful blend of honey and peach creates an enchanting fragrance, with the sweet and sour taste of peaches complemented by the smooth sweetness of honey. Loved by both adults and little ones.
Finished product: Effective honey-soaked peach slices for the whole family
3. Important notes in the process of honey-soaked peach soaking
These tips below will help you successfully soak peach in honey or honey-soaked lemon and honey-soaked kumquats.
Secrets to soaking honey-infused peach without bitterness
Why does honey-soaked peach sometimes turn bitter is definitely a question for many.
As mentioned above, to prevent honey-soaked peach from turning bitter, choose fresh and delicious peaches. Additionally, soak them for a minimum of 3 months in the jar.
After 3 months, you can take it out for cough relief. The soaked peaches will lose their bitterness, becoming as delicious as preserved plums. Regular consumption of honey-soaked peach slices is excellent for treating coughs and colds for the whole family, especially for children.
Tips for honey-soaked peach soaking without foaming
In the initial soaking period of honey-soaked peach, check regularly. If you notice bubbles after a few days, skim them off.
Note: Avoid letting the peach layer rise above the honey layer, as it can lead to mold, foaming, and damage to the jar of honey-soaked peach slices with brown sugar.
Tips for honey-soaked peach soaking without foaming
In the initial period of honey-soaked peach soaking, there may be a phenomenon of gas bubbles, which is quite normal. After 1 month, they will naturally dissipate. If, however, these bubbles persist and increase, it indicates contamination by harmful bacteria and microorganisms.
Secret to honey-soaked peach soaking with fewer bubbles: Adding 5-10 white salt crystals to the jar of honey-soaked peach slices with brown sugar enhances the flavor and reduces foaming significantly.
4. How long should you soak peach slices in honey?
There is a lot of information suggesting that peach slices should be used within approximately 1 year.
However, the duration of use depends on your method of honey-soaked peach soaking. From ingredient preparation to initial processing, following the soaking steps correctly, and proper storage conditions... it's possible to extend the shelf life to 2 years while maintaining clarity, avoiding bitterness, preventing foaming, and ensuring effective cough relief.
The longevity of honey-soaked peach slices depends on your method of soaking with brown sugar.
