Plum Jam with Lime and Ginger
Capture the essence of summer’s finest flavors with this delightful Plum Jam with Lime and Ginger recipe. Juicy ripe plums are transformed into a luscious preserve, elevated with the zesty brightness of fresh lime and the subtle warmth of grated ginger. This small-batch jam is a perfect blend of sweet and tangy, with hints of spice that make it truly irresistible. Requiring just simple ingredients and an hour of your time, this recipe is as easy as it is rewarding. Spread it over toast, swirl it into yogurt, or use it as a glaze for roasted meats—the possibilities are endless. Whether you’re an experienced jam-maker or a beginner looking for a unique twist on classic preserves, this plum jam will become your new favorite way to savor the season.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1000 grams ripe plums
- 800 grams granulated sugar
- 2 fresh lime
- 20 grams fresh ginger
- 100 ml water
Instructions
Wash and pit the plums, then chop them into small pieces.
Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger. Set aside.
Zest the limes and juice them. Reserve both the zest and juice.
In a large heavy-bottomed pot, combine the chopped plums, grated ginger, lime zest, lime juice, sugar, and water.
Place the pot over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Increase the heat slightly, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil. Stir frequently to prevent sticking or burning.
As the jam cooks, skim off any foam that forms on the surface using a spoon.
Continue cooking for about 30-40 minutes, or until the jam thickens. To test, drop a small amount on a cold plate—if it wrinkles when pushed with your finger, it’s ready.
Remove the pot from heat and let the jam cool slightly. Transfer it into sterilized jars while still warm, leaving about 1 cm of space at the top.
Seal the jars tightly and process them in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes if longer storage is needed, or store in the refrigerator if consuming quickly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3558 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.6 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 939.0 g | 341% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 908.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1795 mg | 38% | |
*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.
