Grape Paste
Turn fresh grapes into a luscious, homemade grape paste with this simple yet rewarding recipe! Bursting with the natural sweetness of red or black grapes, this spread is enhanced by a hint of citrusy lemon juice and minimal sugar, allowing the fruit’s bold flavor to shine. Simmered and strained to extract pure grape essence, the mixture is slowly reduced to a rich, silky paste that’s perfect for pairing with creamy cheeses, crusty bread, or crispy crackers. With just four ingredients and an hour of cooking time, this grape paste is a gourmet touch to elevate your cheese boards, appetizers, or breakfast spreads. Plus, it’s easy to store and enjoy for weeks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1000 grams Fresh grapes (red or black)
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 120 milliliters Water
Instructions
Wash the grapes thoroughly under cold running water and remove any stems or damaged fruit.
Place the grapes and water in a large saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the grapes burst and release their juices.
Remove the saucepan from heat and pass the grape mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a bowl, pressing down with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids left behind.
Return the strained grape juice to the saucepan and set it over medium heat.
Add the sugar and lemon juice to the saucepan, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer, stirring occasionally, for 45-60 minutes or until it thickens to a paste-like consistency. The mixture should coat the back of a spoon.
Remove the grape paste from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Transfer the paste into sterilized jars or an airtight container. Allow it to cool completely before sealing and refrigerating.
The grape paste can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks. Serve with bread, cheese, or crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1457 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 382.9 g | 139% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 355.7 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1938 mg | 41% | |
*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.
