Gulkand or Rose Petal preserve is a power packed little treat. Not only is it delicious as a spread, but is also considered a powerful herbal remedy in Ayurvedic Indian medicine. It is often prescribed as a cooling tonic in the summers and as a digestive aid.
It is made by drying a mix of rose petals and sugar in the sun over many days.
Rose Petal Preserve (Gulkand)
A delicious preserve made with rose petals, sugar and a hint of cardamom. Use on toast, in a milk shake or eat straight off a spoon.
- 1 cup organic rose petals
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp cardamom powder or crushed cardamom
- 2 tbsp water
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Spread our half the rose petals at the bottom of a sterilized glass jar
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Sprinkle half the sugar or the rose petals followed by the cardamom
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Spread remaining rose petals over the sugar
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Sprinkle remaining sugar
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Pour water and honey on top and seal the lid tight.
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Place the jar in sunlight for 6-8 hours a day
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Stir well every other day
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Gulkand will be ready to use in about 10 days.
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Store in a cool dry place. No refrigeration needed.