Practical ingredient guide
Fruit cocktail in syrup
Mixed chopped fruit preserved in syrup; composition depends on the manufacturer.
Prepared and preserved foods
All year round
International
What it offers and why to use it
Mixed chopped fruit preserved in syrup; composition depends on the manufacturer. Drain for cakes and desserts; do not add syrup unless specified.
Flavour profile
Mixed chopped fruit preserved in syrup; composition depends on the manufacturer.
From shopping to cooking
Choose
Check fruit composition, colourings, sugar and drained weight.
Store
After opening, transfer to a covered container and refrigerate as labelled.
Prepare
Drain for cakes and desserts; do not add syrup unless specified.
How to make the most of it
Good pairings
Drain for cakes and desserts; do not add syrup unless specified.
How to substitute it
When substituting this ingredient, review the recipe sweetness, texture and liquid amount.
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