One of the Cape’s oldest fruit preserves is boerejongens (Brandied grapes) made from Hanepoot grapes, also known as Muscat d’Alexandrie, preserved in brandy. It is usually served in glasses as a dessert at special occasions.
Cook Time: 1 hr | Makes: 1 litreIngredients
enough ripe, firm Hanepoot grapes to fill a 1 litre jar
250 ml water
250 ml sugar
375 ml brandy
Method
Wash grapes carefully, then remove berries from central stems, leaving a short stalk attached to each.
Prick each grape with a needle.
Make a syrup by boiling together sugar and water until temperature reaches 100°C on a sugar thermometer.
Remove from stove and stir in brandy.
Pack grapes firmly into warm sterilized jars and top with syrup and brandy mixture.
Close jar loosely, place in a waterbath and heat water to 90°C.
Remove jar and tighten seal immediately.
Allow to mature for at least 3 months.
Cuisine: South African
Category: Preserves
- Posted19-Nov-2009
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