A delightful blend of sweet strawberries and spicy jalapeños, perfect for spreading on toast or using in recipes.
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Jalapeño Strawberry Jam: A Sweet Spicy Delight!
Description
A delightful blend of sweet strawberries and spicy jalapeños, perfect for spreading on toast or using in recipes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cupsfresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1–2fresh jalapeños, seeds removed for less heat
- 3 cupssugar
- 1/4 cuplemon juice
- 1package (1.75 oz) fruit pectin (like Sure-Jell)
- 1/2 cupwater
Instructions
- Wash, hull, and chop strawberries.
- Remove seeds from jalapeños (for milder heat) and finely chop.
- Combine strawberries, jalapeños, and water in a large saucepan.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, then simmer for 5-10 minutes until the strawberries break down.
- Stir in sugar and lemon juice.
- Gradually add pectin, stirring continuously.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and cook for 5-7 minutes until it thickens.
- Pour the jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch of space.
- Seal jars and process in a hot water bath for 5-10 minutes or refrigerate and use within a few weeks.
- Allow jars to cool. Serve as desired.
Notes
Adjust the number of jalapeños based on your heat preference.
Ensure jars are properly sterilized to preserve the jam.
This jam can be used in various recipes or as a condiment.
Nutrition
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Protein: 0g
