📍 Across Ukraine⏱ 30 min🍽 Serves: 4plant-based

Uzvar — Dried-Fruit Drink

Summer’s fruit, saved for another season.

Where it comes from

All over Ukraine

History

Uzvar is made from dried fruit and berries. It accompanies everyday and ceremonial meals, often alongside kutia. Drying helped preserve the summer harvest.

Today

Added sugar is optional; sweetness depends on the fruit. Steeping develops the flavor.

Ingredients

• 150 g dried pears
• 100 g dried apples
• 50 g prunes
• 2000 ml water

Method

1. Wash the dried fruit well.
2. Cut large pears if needed.
3. Cover with water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15–20 minutes.
4. Turn off the heat and cover.
5. Steep for 2–4 additional hours.
6. Taste and sweeten if desired.
7. Cool and refrigerate for storage.

How to serve

Serve chilled or warm and offer the fruit separately.

Sources

• Cultural background

Check ingredients for allergens. Times and amounts are approximate.