World Flavors Cookbook

Meža Ogu Ķīselis (Wild Berry Kissel)

Name: Meža Ogu Ķīselis (Wild Berry Kissel)
Cook time: 10 min
Cuisine: Latvia
Ingredients: 500g mixed berries (cranberries, blueberries, raspberries) 1L water 150g sugar 3 tbsp potato starch

A thick, sweet berry soup/sauce served cold with milk or whipped cream.

Cuisine: Latvia

Ingredients

500g mixed berries (cranberries, blueberries, raspberries) 1L water 150g sugar 3 tbsp potato starch

Instructions

1. Boil the berries in water with sugar for 5-10 minutes. 2. If you want a smooth kissel, strain the berries (optional). 3. Dissolve potato starch in a small amount of cold water. 4. While stirring the berry water, slowly pour in the starch mixture. 5. Bring back to a simmer until the liquid thickens and becomes clear. 6. Remove from heat immediately. 7. Serve chilled in bowls with a splash of cold milk.