Sekanjebin (Skanjebin) is a traditional Persian sweet-and-sour mint syrup. It is a staple of Iranian cuisine, often served diluted with cold water as a refreshing summer drink or paired with fresh lettuce as a classic snack.
Ingredient:
| Grape vinegar | 3.5 ounces |
| Sugar | 2.2 pounds |
| Water | 2 glasses |
| Mint | 5.3 ounces |
Instruction:
1. Preparing the Base
Pour the water into a heavy-bottomed pot and bring it to a boil. Add the sugar and stir until it dissolves completely. Reduce heat to medium.
2. Infusing the Mint
Once the sugar syrup thickens slightly (resembling nectar), add the fresh, washed mint sprigs. Simmer for a few minutes to allow the syrup to absorb the mint’s aroma
3. Adding Vinegar
Slowly pour the grape vinegar into the pot. Stir gently to incorporate. Continue to simmer until the syrup reaches your desired consistency.
4. Straining
Remove the pot from the heat. Discard the mint sprigs and strain the syrup through a clean cotton cloth or a fine-mesh sieve to remove any impurities.
If the syrup is thick and slightly stiff after cooling, it means our syrup is ready.
5. Testing Consistency
To check the consistency, spoon a small amount of syrup onto a cold plate. If it thickens and holds its shape without running quickly, it is ready.
6. Cooling and Storage
Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature. Transfer to a clean, airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
The benefits of Sakanjbin syrup are very much like those of other Iranian syrups, such as khakshir syrup, Tokhmeh sharbati, and Sharbat zafaran.
Chef’s Tips
Sekanjabin syrup with honey:
To prepare this very tasty and useful syrup, instead of 1 kg of sugar, use 1 kg of natural honey. We mix honey with water and put it on the heat after the water boils.
The honey is completely dissolved in the water, and foam collects on the water, which you must collect with a spoon and throw away. After the syrup reaches a sufficient concentration, we add vinegar and mint, as in the steps above.
Majlisi sakanjabin syrup
If you want to serve this delicious drink for your gatherings and parties, you can use ingredients such as brewed saffron. If you want to add lemon juice to this syrup, be sure to use fresh lemon juice.
In the following table, you can see the benefits of sakanjabin syrup.
| Benefit |
|---|
| Thirst relief |
| Strengthen the stomach |
| Unblock the arteries |
| Strengthen the liver |
| Remove bile |
| Cure fever |
| Cooler |
FAQ
1. How do you make authentic Sekanjabin syrup at home?
To make Sekanjabin, boil water and sugar (or honey) in a pot until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens into a nectar-like consistency. Add fresh, washed mint to infuse the aroma. Finally, slowly add grape vinegar and mix. Once it reaches the desired thickness, please remove it from the heat, strain it through a clean cotton cloth, and let it cool before refrigerating.
2. What are the main health benefits of Sekanjabin syrup?
According to traditional medicine, Sekanjabin relieves thirst and helps with heatstroke. It strengthens the stomach and liver, helps unblock arteries, removes bile, and can help cure fevers. It is also a diuretic that helps clean the urinary tract and may assist in removing kidney stones.
3. Is Sekanjabin syrup effective for weight loss?
Not directly. Because it is rich in sugar and calories, excessive consumption can actually lead to obesity and high blood sugar. However, it does help eliminate toxins from the body and acts as a laxative to relieve constipation, which supports digestion. For a healthier option, it is recommended to prepare it with honey instead of sugar.
4. Can I prepare Sekanjabin using honey instead of sugar?
Yes. To make a healthier version, replace the sugar with natural honey. Boil the honey and water mixture (skimming off any foam that rises to the top), then add the vinegar and mint just as you would in the standard recipe. This version is more effective in controlling blood sugar.
5. Who should avoid drinking Sekanjabin syrup?
People with a “cold temperament” should avoid excessive consumption, as it may cause headaches or heartaches due to the syrup’s cold nature. It is also unsuitable for people with peptic ulcers, weak nerves, or those suffering from diarrhea (since the syrup is a laxative). Additionally, people with diabetes should be cautious due to the high sugar content.
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How can I foubd this syrup?
Usually, you can get it from shops that have Iranian sherbets and spices, which are known as Attari in Iran, and even from the Amazon website.