Rhubarb Juice Concentrate
A vibrant and refreshing rhubarb juice concentrate that’s low in calories and perfect for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Diabetic-Friendly
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 cups Rhubarb stalks
- 4 cups Water
- 1 cup Sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Rhubarb: Wash and cut the stalks into 1-inch pieces.
- Combine Rhubarb and Water: Mix rhubarb pieces with 4 cups of water in a large stockpot.
- Bring to a Boil: Place the pot over medium-high heat and boil the mixture.
- Simmer Until Soft: Let it simmer for 10 minutes until rhubarb is soft.
- Strain the Mixture: Pour the mixture into a lined colander to drain for 1-2 hours.
- Preheat Water Bath Canner: Set it to 180°F if canning the juice.
- Return Juice to Saucepan: Pour back the liquid and add sugar if desired.
- Fill the Jars: Use a ladle to fill hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
- Seal and Process: Seal jars with lids and process in the water bath for 10 minutes.
- Cool Completely: Allow the jars to cool before storing them.
Notes
Consider adding a splash of lemon juice for extra flavor. Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: rhubarb juice, healthy drink, low-calorie beverage, canning, meal prep
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