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Crystallised flowers
- Makes enough to fill a
400 g
jar - Difficulty
Easy
Published 2011
Spring petals suitable for crystallising include those of violets, primroses, heartsease and roses. Edible leaves that also take well to the treatment are mint and lemon balm. The method is easy as can be.
Ingredients
- About
40 2 100
Method
Pick over the petals and leaves, shaking them gently to remove any insects.
Place a sheet of greaseproof paper over a wire rack.
Fork the egg whites with a spoonful of water till well blended and smooth. Brush the surface of the flowers and leaves with the egg white, then dust with caster sugar and place on the prepared rack. Transfer to a warm corner to dry overnight: the airin
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