Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
🍏 1.2 kg of rhubarb | 🍋 1 lemon |
🍬 1.2 kg of granulated sugar | 🧂 Optional: 1 kg of gelling sugar |
Utensils
🍽️ Mixing bowl | 🥄 Wooden spoon |
🔪 Knife | 🍋 Juicer |
🥘 High saucepan | 🏺 Jam jars |
🌡️ Sugar thermometer | 🔪 Peeler |
Preparation step by step
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Rest time: 1 to 2 hours
Cooking time: 35 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 40 minutes
STEP 1:
Start by peeling the rhubarb stalks to remove the fibrous skin that can alter the texture of the jam.
STEP 2:
Then cut the rhubarb into pieces of 2 to 3 cm, which will ensure even cooking and good flavor distribution.
STEP 3:
Place the rhubarb pieces in a mixing bowl and add the sugar as well as the lemon juice to enhance the flavor.
STEP 4:
Let everything macerate for at least 1 to 2 hours, so that the rhubarb juices mix with the sugar and form a syrup.
STEP 5:
Then, transfer the mixture to a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring regularly.
STEP 6:
After boiling, let it cook over low heat for about 35 minutes, until the jam thickens and takes on a nice color.
STEP 7:
Finally, check the consistency by placing a small spoonful of jam on a cold plate; it should set slightly.
Making a homemade rhubarb jam is a rewarding experience that will delight your taste buds. The simple preparation, involving steps like peeling and cutting the stalks, makes this recipe accessible to everyone, even novices. By adding sugar and lemon juice, you will achieve a sweet harmony of flavors that will charm those around you.
Cooking the rhubarb, whose aroma gently wafts, and the choice of previously sterilized jars ensure optimal preservation. Thanks to this method, you can enjoy your homemade jam all year round and share delightful moments around your toasts.