Carrot Ginger Marmalade
Brighten up your pantry with the zesty sweetness of homemade Carrot Ginger Marmalade, a delightful spread that artfully combines earthy carrots, aromatic ginger, and citrusy bursts of orange and lemon. This recipe captures the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, with the natural sweetness of carrots pairing beautifully with the warming spice of fresh ginger and the vibrant freshness of citrus zest and juice. Simmered to a luscious, jam-like consistency, this marmalade is incredibly versatile—spread it on toast for a refreshing breakfast, use it as a glaze for roasted meats, or add a gourmet touch to your favorite cheese platter. Ready in just over an hour with simple ingredients and no pectin, this small-batch marmalade is a delightful way to enhance your homemade preserves collection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Carrots
- 50 grams Fresh Ginger
- 2 medium Oranges
- 1 large Lemon
- 400 grams Granulated Sugar
- 500 milliliters Water
Instructions
Peel and grate the carrots finely. Set aside.
Peel the ginger and grate it finely or mince it as preferred.
Zest and juice the oranges. Retain both the zest and the juice separately.
Zest and juice the lemon, similarly retaining both zest and juice.
In a large pot, combine the grated carrots, ginger, orange zest, and lemon zest.
Add the orange juice, lemon juice, water, and granulated sugar to the pot.
Stir the mixture thoroughly and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking, cooking until the ingredients have broken down and the mixture thickens into a jam-like consistency, about 45-60 minutes.
To check if the marmalade is ready, spoon a small amount onto a chilled plate. If it sets and wrinkles slightly when pushed, it’s done.
Remove the pot from the heat and allow the marmalade to cool slightly.
Ladle the marmalade into sterilized jars, leaving a small gap at the top. Seal tightly and store in the refrigerator or process in a water bath for longer storage.
Enjoy your carrot ginger marmalade as a spread for toast, a glaze for meats, or as a unique addition to cheese boards.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1918 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 371 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 496.2 g | 180% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.7 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 448.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 334 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 2339 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
