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Li Hing Mui Syrup Recipe

Li Hing Mui Syrup Recipe

Li Hing Mui syrup is a sweet and tangy condiment. It has become popular throughout the world, from being used as a topping for shaved ice to desserts like fruit tarts or cakes. If you want to make your own Li Hing Mui syrup at home, then this article will show you just how easy it is! Making Li Hing Mui Syrup is surprisingly easy and requires minimal ingredients and equipment.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Syrup
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Li Hing Mui Syrup Recipe
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 207kcal
Author: Rebecca Novak

Equipment

  • 2 bowls
  • container

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of extra virgin olive oil
  • ¾ cup of rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp of honey
  • 1 tsp of Dijon mustard
  • ¾ cup of Li Hing Mui powder
  • ½ cup of sugar
  • 3 tsp of lemon juice

Instructions

  • In a medium-sized bowl, blend together the extra virgin olive oil, vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard until all ingredients are completely combined.
  • Take another bowl and combine the Li Hing Mui powder and sugar in it. Stir them to make sure they are blended evenly.
  • Add the Li Hing Mui and sugar mixture into the olive oil, vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard bowl. Whisk until all of the ingredients have been incorporated.
  • Pour in the lemon juice and whisk again to make sure it is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  • Carefully pour the syrup into an airtight container or jar.

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Notes

  • When purchasing Li Hing Mui powder, make sure to get the highest quality you can find.
  • The syrup will last for up to two weeks in the fridge if stored properly.
  • You can add additional flavors such as ginger or garlic to your syrup for an extra kick of flavor.
  • The amount of sugar used in the syrup can be adjusted to taste.
  • Adding a little bit of water to the syrup will help thin it out if it gets too thick.
  • The syrup can also be used as a glaze for meats or fish, or as a topping for ice cream and other desserts.

Nutrition

Calories: 207kcal
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