Description
Grapefruit Honey Cheong is a sweet, tangy Korean syrup made by combining fresh grapefruit pulp with honey and turbinado sugar. This versatile syrup can be used as a flavorful topping, a natural sweetener for drinks, or a homemade health tonic. With a perfect balance of citrus brightness and sweetness, it’s a refreshing and nourishing addition to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 2 grapefruits
- 1/2 lb honey
- 1/2 lb turbinado sugar (or white sugar, turbinado preferred)
Instructions
- Peel the Grapefruits: Carefully peel the grapefruits, making sure to remove as much of the white pith as possible to reduce bitterness.
- Remove Pulp Membrane and Seeds: Peel off the skin or membrane surrounding the grapefruit pulp and remove any seeds to ensure a smooth syrup.
- Add Sweeteners: Combine the grapefruit pulp with the honey and turbinado sugar. You can use only honey or sugar if preferred, but a 1:1 ratio of grapefruit to sweetener is recommended, typically split evenly between honey and sugar.
- Mix and Break Up Pulp: Mix the ingredients thoroughly, breaking up the pulp as much as possible. Using gloved hands, gently squeeze the pulp to extract juice and speed up the mixing process.
- Store the Syrup: Transfer the mixture to a sanitized, airtight glass container. Refrigerate and let sit for 1 week before using for optimal flavor, though it can be used immediately. The syrup will keep for up to 3 months in the fridge.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by varying the ratio of honey to sugar or using only one sweetener.
- Removing the white pith carefully helps avoid bitter flavors in the syrup.
- Use gloves when handling the pulp to make mixing easier and more hygienic.
- Store in a clean, airtight container to maximize shelf life in the refrigerator.
- Letting the syrup rest for a week allows flavors to meld beautifully but it’s enjoyable right away.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (approx. 40 grams)
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
