There are lots of things you can do with this versatile berry from ketchup, to syrup to a deep purple dye.
Black Hawthorn Berry – ripe late July
First find the berries. As with any gathering be absolutely sure you’ve correctly identified the plant. If you have any doubt don’t use it.
Sharp thorns help identify this plant.
Here’s the recipe:
- One cup washed berries
- 1/3 cup cider vinegar
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pepper to taste
Put the berries, water, salt and vinegar in a pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until berries split. Add sugar and stir until thickened.
Push through a sieve to remove seeds and season. Enjoy!
Push through a sieve then season to taste.
All ready for dipping!
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