Cooking Wild Medlar Sauce in the Village - A day in the Forest in Azerbaijan

wild medlar fruit

💰Cheaper: apricots

Apricots can provide a similar tartness.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds richness.

Wash wild medlar fruit thoroughly.

Remove any stems and leaves from the fruit.

Combine wild medlar fruit, sugar, and water in a saucepan.

Simmer over medium heat until the fruit softens, about 20 minutes.

Add lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the mixture.

Stir well and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.

Strain through a fine sieve if a smoother texture is desired.

Return to the saucepan and add a pinch of salt and butter.

Heat gently until the butter melts, stirring to combine.

Cool completely before serving or storing.

Cooking Techniques

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