Lemon and Mandarin Jam
A homemade jam with seasonal fruit, I’ve paired lemons and mandarins and the result was very satisfying. A very simple recipe to prepare and great for making tarts, cookies, and other sweets, or we can enjoy it simply on bread or to accompany cheeses.
If you like jams, also try:
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 2 Days
- Preparation time: 30 Minutes
- Cooking methods: Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Winter, Spring
Ingredients
- 1 lemons (Unwaxed)
- 2.2 lbs mandarins (Unwaxed)
- 2.2 lbs sugar
- 3 1/3 cups water
- baking soda
Steps
The preparation of the lemon and mandarin jam is very simple, watch the video HERE.
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Wash the fruit thoroughly with plenty of water and baking soda using the rough side of the sponge or a spatula. Remove the first slice then cut the fruit into very thin slices, I used a mandoline slicer. Place the obtained slices in a container and add cold water. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 24 hours.
After about 24 hours, change the water and wait another 24 hours. After a total of 48 hours, change the water and boil for about 10-15 minutes.
Drain, then add 3 1/3 cups water, the sugar, and cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After about 30 minutes, blend it and cook for another 15 minutes. Once the desired thickness is reached, place it in sterilized jars. Close and invert them to create a vacuum seal.
If you want to preserve it longer, reboil the jars for about 20 minutes.
Enjoy your meal!
