Description
Learn how to make fragrant and flavorful rose water at home with just a few simple ingredients. This DIY rose water recipe is perfect for adding a touch of floral essence to your culinary creations or skincare routine.
Ingredients
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Rose Water:
- 1 cup fresh organic rose petals (pesticide-free)
- 2 cups distilled water
- 1 teaspoon vodka (optional, for preservation)
Instructions
- Rinse the Rose Petals: Gently rinse the rose petals to remove any dirt or bugs.
- Simmer Rose Petals: In a small pot, add the rose petals and distilled water. Simmer covered for 20-30 minutes until petals lose color.
- Cool and Strain: Remove from heat, cool, strain through a fine mesh sieve into a glass jar.
- Add Vodka (Optional): Stir in vodka for preservation.
- Store: Seal tightly and refrigerate for up to one month.
Notes
- Use organic roses to avoid chemicals.
- Rose water is versatile and can be used in cooking, beverages, or skincare.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
