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Tomato Chilli Jam

Tomato Chilli Jam: Sweet and Spicy Homemade Delight

This Tomato Chilli Jam is a sweet, spicy homemade delight, perfect for enhancing any dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam Base
  • 1 medium Shallot Adds depth of flavor and sweetness; use onion if needed.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Enhances savory notes; substitute with garlic powder if preferred.
  • 3 units Long Red Chillies Provides spiciness; deseed for a milder flavor.
  • 600 grams Cherry Tomatoes The primary ingredient; offers sweetness and natural pectin.
For Flavor Enhancements
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Adds a citrusy brightness; use lemon zest if unavailable.
  • 1.5 cups Light Brown Sugar Sweetens the jam; substitute with coconut or white sugar.
  • 0.5 cups Red Wine Vinegar Provides acidity and balance; use apple cider vinegar as alternative.

Equipment

  • High-powered blender
  • Large saucepan
  • Sterilized jars

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Blend the base ingredients by combining shallot, garlic, long red chillies, and half of the cherry tomatoes in a blender until smooth.
  2. Prepare the jam mixture in a saucepan with the remaining cherry tomatoes, the puréed mixture, lime zest, light brown sugar, and red wine vinegar.
  3. Set the saucepan over medium-high heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
  4. Bring the jam mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce to a steady simmer, cooking for 25-30 minutes while stirring frequently.
  5. Adjust the consistency by stirring regularly for the last 10 minutes, ensuring the jam thickens evenly.
  6. Cool and jar the jam into sterilized jars, sealing them tightly, and allow to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Store in sterilized jars. Taste and adjust sweetness or heat as needed during cooking. Experiment with spices like ginger or curry powder for a unique twist.

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