Rhubarb Compote (Polish Drink Kompot)
Rediscover an age-old tradition with every sip of this delightful rhubarb compote. Learn how to make the perfect rhubarb compote (kompot rabarbarowy) Polish drink for a refreshing treat.
Rhubarb compote, a beloved Polish drink called Kompot with a tart and tangy flavor, it has been cherished for generations in Eastern Europe. Made from the vibrant pink stalks of rhubarb plants, this delightful beverage offers a refreshing burst of fruity goodness that perfectly balances sweetness and acidity.
You can serve on hot summer days or warm it up on chilly winters. Kompot is a versatile drink that can be enjoyed on its own or used as an ingredient in cocktails and desserts. Let’s explore the rich history, traditional preparation methods, and creative ways to savor the unique taste of rhubarb compote – a quintessential Polish treat.
Rhubarb Compote Polish Drink Recipe
Texture: liquid.
Taste: sweet and tangy with strong rhubarb flavor.
Simplicity: very simple to make, only 3 ingredients, cook the Polish kompot and enjoy!
Meal Type: drink.
What is Polish Kompot Drink?
It is a non-alcoholic beverage that can be enjoyed either cold or hot, and it is effortlessly prepared using fruits like rhubarb, strawberries, peaches, plums, and more. The fruits are simmered with water and sugar to create the refreshing drink known as Kompot. Cooking polish drink Kompot is the way to preserve fruit for the winter. It is served along with dinner.
Ingredients Needed
- Rhubarb – fresh rhubarb stalks cut into pieces.
- Water – plain water, to dilute the drink.
- Sugar – to sweeten the Polish drink, use white regular sugar.
How to make Rhubarb Compote
- (Full recipe below). In a large pot add rhubarb, sugar and water.
- Cook for 30 – 40 minutes.
- Drain and squeeze the rhubarb.
Rhubarb Compote (Kompot) Tips
- You need to cook the drink with lots of water but you can add more water if the drink is too sour.
- The same with sugar, you can add more sugar if you want.
- You can use cane sugar or even honey but usually polish drink kompot is made with white regular.
- First make the recipe, after cooking check if you want to dilute more with water or add more sugar.
Polish Drink Faq’s
You only need 3 ingredients: water, sugar and rhubarb stalks.
No, there is no need to peel the rhubarb.
You can store this polish drink in refrigerator. It will be good for up to 2-3 days. Consider freezing if you will not drink it all.
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Rhubarb Compote Polish Kompot
Instructions
- In a large pot add rhubarb, sugar and pour water.5 cups rhubarb, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 10 cups water
- Bring to boil, cook on medium-low heat for 30-40 minutes, slightly covered.
- Drain rhubarb, push extra juice from rhubarb with a spoon.
- Pour into jug.
- If the rhubarb is to sour for you add additional 2-3 cups of water. Or add extra sugar if needed.
Equipment needed
Notes
- How long does rhubarb compote last? You can store this polish drink in refrigerator. It will be good for up to 2-3 days. Consider freezing if you will not drink it all.
- You need to cook the drink with lots of water but you can add more water if the drink is too sour.
- The same with sugar, you can add more sugar if you want.
- You can use cane sugar or even honey but usually polish drink kompot is made with white regular.
- First make the recipe, after cooking check if you want to dilute more with water or add more sugar.
