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Grapefruit Honey Cheong Syrup Recipe

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  • Author: Villerius
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: About 2 lbs (32 oz) of grapefruit honey cheong
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Korean
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Grapefruit Honey Cheong is a sweet and tangy Korean-style fruit syrup made by combining fresh grapefruit pulp with honey and turbinado sugar. This versatile syrup can be used as a refreshing base for drinks, a topping for desserts, or a flavorful ingredient in various dishes. With its natural citrus zing and balanced sweetness, it’s a delightful homemade treat that’s easy to prepare and store.

Ingredients

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Fruits

  • 2 grapefruits

Sweeteners

  • 1/2 lb honey
  • 1/2 lb turbinado sugar (or white sugar, turbinado preferred)

Instructions

  1. Peel the grapefruit: Carefully remove the skin of the grapefruits, ensuring most of the white pith is taken off to avoid bitterness.
  2. Remove membranes and seeds: Peel off the thin skin or membrane around each pulp segment and remove any grapefruit seeds to prepare clean pulp.
  3. Add honey and sugar: Combine the grapefruit pulp with 1/2 lb honey and 1/2 lb turbinado sugar. You may adjust the sweeteners but keep the total sweetener to grapefruit ratio 1:1 for balanced flavor.
  4. Mix and break pulp: Use your hands (wear gloves) to mix and gently squeeze the pulp to release juice and integrate the sweeteners evenly, breaking the pulp into smaller pieces for faster maceration.
  5. Store properly: Transfer the mixture to a sanitized, airtight glass container. Refrigerate for at least 1 week for best flavor development, though it can be used immediately. The syrup will keep for up to 3 months in the fridge.

Notes

  • Using turbinado sugar enhances flavor compared to regular white sugar.
  • Ratio of grapefruit to sweeteners is important; a 1:1 ratio ensures optimal sweetness and tartness.
  • Wear gloves when handling the fruit pulp to protect your hands and aid in juicing.
  • Cheong can be used as a base for beverages, desserts, or marinades.
  • Store in a glass container to preserve flavor and avoid contamination.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (approx. 30g)
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 1mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 21g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 0.2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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