House prep · Syrup

Coconut Masala Syrup (3:2)

Yield

About 2 quarts

Shelf life

4 weeks

Storage

Refrigerated

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp coriander seeds
• 1 tbsp cumin seeds
• 4 tsp mustard seeds
• 4 tsp black peppercorns
• 2 tsp whole cloves
• 4 green cardamom pods
• 4 cinnamon sticks
• 4 cups water
• 6 cups demerara sugar
• 4 cups toasted coconut flakes
• 4 bay leaves

Method

1. 1Toast the spices, add the water and boil. Add the sugar, coconut and bay leaves, return to a boil and simmer on medium-low 45 minutes. Strain, chill overnight, lift off the fat cap and strain again.