Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 2 of 5 ingredients — the other 3 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 2 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Apricot | 1 medium (35g) | 17 |
| Water | not in our table | 0 |
| Syrup | not in our table | 0 |
| Peppermint | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 1 5-inch-square sheet of apricot paste (see note)
- 1 quart cold water
- Sugar or Sugar Syrup, to taste
- Mint sprigs, for garnish
Directions
NOTE: Apricot paste can be found at Middle Eastern stores.
1. Tear the apricot sheet into small pieces and place them in a medium-sized nonreactive bowl.
2. Add the cold water and soak until the apricot dissolves. Strain through a fine sieve and sweeten to taste. Serve cold, garnished with springs of mint.
Makes about 1 quart.
Category:Arabian Recipes
Category:Arabian Beverages
Category:Beverages