Sea buckthorn Holiday Recipes to Add a Tangy Twist

It’s customary to indulge in mouthwatering flavors and try out novel recipes over the holiday season. So why not use sea buckthorn to inject a little zest into your Christmas dinner this year? These brilliant orange berries are sure to take your holiday recipes to a whole new level. 

Let’s explore some delectable sea buckthorn Christmas dishes as we go on a culinary adventure: 

Sea Buckthorn Glazed Carrots 

Ingredients 

• 1 pound baby carrots 
• 2 tablespoons sea buckthorn syrup (you can make your own by blending sea buckthorn berries with honey) 
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh thyme leaves for garnish 

Instructions

1. Set your oven’s temperature to 375°F (190°C).
2. Baby carrots should be mixed with olive oil, sea buckthorn syrup, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3. On a baking sheet, arrange the carrots in a single layer.
4. Carrots should be roasted in a warm oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they are soft and caramelized.
5. Before serving, top the dish with fresh thyme leaves.

Sea Buckthorn Cheesecake

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup sea buckthorn puree (blend sea buckthorn berries and strain)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Fresh sea buckthorn berries for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Set your oven’s temperature to 325 °F (160 °C).
2. Melted butter and graham cracker crumbs should be combined in a bowl. The crust is made by pressing the ingredients into a 9-inch springform pan.
3. Cream cheese and sugar should be well mixed in a different bowl.
4. Whisk thoroughly after each egg addition.
5. Add vanilla essence and sea buckthorn purée after stirring.
6. Over the pan’s crust, spread the cream cheese mixture.
7. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the center is just barely jiggly and the sides are golden.
8. Take it out of the oven, allow it to cool to room temperature. Now refrigerate it for a few hours.
9. Garnish with fresh sea buckthorn berries before serving

Enjoy these colorful and tangy sea buckthorn recipes this holiday season. These dishes are guaranteed to dazzle your family and friends. So, by combining the distinctive flavors of sea buckthorn into your Christmas cuisine, you can create an amazing festive feast for everyone.