👨‍🍳 निर्देश

1. 1

   Combine the water, mixed fruit, sugar, vanilla sugar (or extract), cloves, cinnamon stick, lemon zest (if using), and a pinch of salt in a large pot.

   💡 पेशेवर सुझाव: Using a mix of tart and sweet fruits provides the best flavor balance.
2. 2

   Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the fruit is tender but not mushy.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, whisk the flour into the sour cream or heavy cream until smooth. This step is optional for thickening.

   💡 पेशेवर सुझाव: Whisking the flour into the cream prevents lumps.
4. 4

   Temper the cream mixture by adding a ladleful of the hot soup to it, whisking constantly to prevent curdling. Then, slowly stir the tempered mixture back into the soup.

   💡 पेशेवर सुझाव: Tempering ensures the cream incorporates smoothly into the hot soup.
5. 5

   Bring the soup back to a gentle simmer and cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove the pot from the heat and discard the whole spices (cloves and cinnamon stick).

6. 6

   Cool the soup to room temperature, then transfer it to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours before serving.