Barberries Dried Whole – 30g

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Barberries are an important ingredient in Iranian cookery, and you’re most likely to find them in a Persian or Moroccan restaurant. Increasingly, they are now available to purchase as a dried product. Barberries keep very well and rehydrate within 10 minutes and can be added to slow cooked dishes or rice pilafs. Traditionally, they were highly valued for their high pectin levels and used extensively in jam and jelly making. Barberries have a wonderful tart lemon tangy flavour which adds zest and tartness to any dish and their vibrant red colour gives a warm hue and richness to dishes.

 

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Flavour Notes:

With a unique tart and tangy flavour akin to lemon, these Barberries add a beautifully zingy burst of flavour to both sweet and savoury dishes, as well as a little touches of red-hued jewels throughout.

Culinary Notes:

Use in baking or desserts to add tangy, fruity bursts of flavour or as a garnish on top of dishes like meaty slow-cooks or couscous. To rehydrate, soak for 10 minutes.

Health Benefits:

The plant has a reputation for increasing longevity. Barberries mixed with warm natural remedies like cinnamon and honey leads to liver strength and treats Polydipsia caused by liver weakness and gastric problems. They are high in vitamin c and help improve the immune system.

Ingredients:

100% Dried Barberries

Country of origin:

Iran

other names or spelling:

Zereshk, pipperages

How to use

  • To rehydrate: soak them for 10 minutes in cold water, drain, then sauté gently in oil and a splash or two of more water, until they begin to swell
  • Sprinkle them on to a dish of rice or couscous or strew over pot-roasted chicken
  • For an incredible lamb rub, grind the dried berries in your mortar & pestle with salt and pepper
  • Make into a stuffing mix with chopped almonds, cooked rice and onions, all laced with cumin and coriander – perfect for lamb
  • They make a stunning addition to homemade mincemeat, along with orange zest and cinnamon

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The Spice People FAQs

Barberries are used in both savoury and sweet dishes. In savoury dishes, they are often added to rice pilafs, couscous, salads, and meat dishes to add a burst of tartness and colour. In sweet dishes, they can be used in desserts, jams, and sauces.

Barberries have a unique flavour profile that is difficult to replicate with other dried fruits. However, if you can’t find barberries, you can try substituting them with dried cranberries or sour cherries, though the flavour won’t be exactly the same.

Barberries should be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Proper storage will help maintain their flavor and texture for an extended period.

The Spice People FAQs

Simple or smoke paprika along with cayenne pepper is the best alternative. Paprika tastes similar to Kashmiri Chilli, while cayenne paper adds to its spice.

Dried Kashmiri chilli is more flavorful than hot, ranging from 1,000-2,000 Scoville Heat Units. It’s mildly hot but not too spicy.

These spices are different. Paprika is the sweet cousin of Kashmiri chilli specific to western cuisine. Kashmiri chilli popular in Indian cuisine and is hotter than paprika.

Place the Kashmiri chilli under the sun for two days. When the chillies turn crispy, grind them in a food mill. Cool down the powder and store it in an airtight jar.

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