Apricot Miso Jam

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Apricot Miso Jam
45 min.
8
105kcal

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Welcome to the world of unique and delicious condiments! If you're looking to elevate your breakfast toast, cheese platter, or charcuterie board, our Apricot Miso Jam is just what you need. This delightful spread brings together the sweet, tangy flavors of dried apricots and tart cherries, while the unexpected addition of miso introduces a subtle umami richness that will make your taste buds sing. Not only is it a feast for the palate, but it's also a feast for the eyes with its vibrant color!

Perfectly suited for those following vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, this jam is a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. Each bite is a delightful combination of flavors that can complement a multitude of dishes—spread it on crusty bread, pair it with your favorite cheese, or simply enjoy it by the spoonful! It’s an easy-to-make recipe that can be prepared in just 45 minutes, allowing you to whip up a batch whenever inspiration strikes.

So why not take a culinary adventure and make your own Apricot Miso Jam? With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a homemade condiment that stands out from the rest. Gather your friends and family, as this jam is meant to be shared and enjoyed together. Get ready to impress everyone with a unique flavor experience straight from your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • small bay leaf 
  • 0.5 cup cherries dried chopped
  • 0.5  cinnamon sticks 
  • cups apricots dried chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon ginger finely grated peeled
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon miso 
  • 0.3 cup orange juice fresh
  • 0.5 cup sake dry white
  •  star anise whole

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • cheesecloth
  • kitchen twine

Directions

  1. Combine 2 cups chopped driedapricots, 1/2 cup chopped dried tart cherries, 1/2 cup sake or dry whitewine, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, and 1 cupwater in a large saucepan; let soak for 2 hours.
  2. Place 1 whole star anise,1 small bay leaf, 1/2 cinnamon stick, and 1/2 teaspoon finely grated peeledginger in the center of a layer of cheesecloth. Gather up edges; tie withkitchen twine to form a bundle.
  3. Add to pan. Bring to a simmer over mediumheat; reduce heat to low and cook, stirring often, for 30 minutes. Stirin 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons miso. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture is thickened, 5-10 minutes.
  4. Let cool.

Nutrition Facts

Calories105kcal
Protein5.99%
Fat3.05%
Carbs90.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.05
Glycemic Load
7
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
4.9660869745295%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.61mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.02mg
Peonidin
0.13mg
Catechin
0.49mg
Epigallocatechin
0.03mg
Epicatechin
0.51mg
Eriodictyol
0.1mg
Hesperetin
1.26mg
Naringenin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:105.27kcal
5.26%
Fat:0.36g
0.55%
Saturated Fat:0.04g
0.22%
Carbohydrates:23.86g
7.95%
Net Carbohydrates:21.03g
7.65%
Sugar:19.44g
21.6%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:83.42mg
3.63%
Alcohol:1.54g
100%
Alcohol %:2.86%
100%
Protein:1.57g
3.14%
Vitamin A:1196.09IU
23.92%
Potassium:432.02mg
12.34%
Fiber:2.83g
11.32%
Vitamin E:1.42mg
9.5%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.1%
Vitamin C:5.58mg
6.76%
Copper:0.13mg
6.6%
Iron:1.08mg
5.98%
Vitamin B3:0.93mg
4.66%
Magnesium:15.25mg
3.81%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.4%
Phosphorus:33.18mg
3.32%
Calcium:25.65mg
2.56%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.19%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.18%
Vitamin K:1.95µg
1.85%
Folate:6.91µg
1.73%
Zinc:0.22mg
1.48%
Selenium:0.9µg
1.29%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.2%
Source:Epicurious