Avua Amburana Recipe
Make Avua Amburana Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Finishing Touches
Method
Preparation of Infusion
- 1
Soak Amburana Wood Chips
In a large bowl, soak the amburana wood chips in 4 cups of water for at least 2 hours. This step helps to release the natural flavors and aromas of the wood.
- 2
Combine Ingredients
After soaking, strain the wood chips, reserving the infused water. In a saucepan, combine the infused water, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and vanilla extract.
Cooking Process
- 3
Simmer the Mixture
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sugar is completely dissolved and the flavors meld.
- 4
Add Finishing Touches
After simmering, remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the lemon zest and a pinch of sea salt to enhance the flavors.
Serving
- 5
Strain and Serve
Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the liquid into a serving pitcher, discarding the solid spices. Serve the amburana infusion warm or chilled in glasses.
