{"id":"recipe_8574232a05","slug":"kompot","title":"Kompot","description":"A refreshing traditional Eastern European fruit drink made by simmering seasonal fruits with sugar and water. It is a light, Vitamin-rich beverage perfect for any occasion.","serves":8,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":10},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"3 liters of water","name":"Water","quantity":3,"unit":"l","usQuantity":3.2,"usUnit":"quart","form":"liquid","notes":"","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"500g apples, sliced","name":"Apples","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"lb","form":"sliced","notes":"tart varieties like Granny Smith work best","group":"fruit","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"300g mixed berries (strawberries, cherries, or raspberries)","name":"Raspberries","quantity":300,"unit":"g","usQuantity":10.6,"usUnit":"oz","form":"whole","notes":"fresh or frozen","group":"fruit","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"150g sugar","name":"Sugar","quantity":150,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"3/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"granulated","notes":"adjust to taste","group":"sweetener","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tablespoon lemon juice","name":"Lemon Juice","quantity":15,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"freshly squeezed","notes":"optional, to balance sweetness","group":"flavor","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large pot, bring 3 l (3.2 quart) of water to a boil at 100°C (212°F).","group":"Preparation","title":"Bring 3 l of water","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the sliced apples and mixed berries to the boiling water.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the sliced apples and mixed berries","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the sugar and lemon juice. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the sugar and lemon juice","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Lower the heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the fruit is soft and the water has taken on the color and flavor of the fruit.","group":"Cooking","title":"Lower the heat and simmer","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Remove from heat. You can serve it hot immediately, or let it cool to room temperature and then refrigerate. Strain the fruit before serving if a clear drink is preferred.","group":"Serving","title":"Remove from heat","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"You can use any combination of seasonal or dried fruits. If using dried fruit, soak them for 30 minutes before cooking. Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of the fruit used.","cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Ukrainian"]},"course":["drink"],"cookingMethod":["boil","simmer"],"equipment":["large pot","knife","cutting board","wooden spoon"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","low_fat"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":3,"unit":"l","note":"Makes approximately 3 liters of beverage"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Kompot tastes even better the next day after the flavors have fully melded."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in a glass pitcher or sealed container in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Can be reheated in a saucepan over low heat or enjoyed cold."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_8574232a05%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=c2869a0b-f65c-4a4c-8a52-85e1b60d5d10","imageAlt":"Kompot — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["fruit juice","traditional","healthy","beverage","vitamin","refreshing"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Kompot","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T05:46:07.172Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T05:46:07.172Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_64bc72ba95","slug":"apple-ginger-drink","title":"Apple Ginger Drink","description":"A warming and aromatic Eastern European beverage made with fresh apples, zesty ginger, and a hint of honey. 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