Gingery Plum Jam

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Gingery Plum Jam
45 min.
64
50kcal

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Calling all jam lovers! Get ready to transform the juicy sweetness of ripe plums into a vibrant and flavorful Gingery Plum Jam that will elevate your breakfast, brighten your snacks, and add a touch of gourmet magic to your culinary creations. This recipe is incredibly easy to make and perfect for preserving those gorgeous, in-season plums, allowing you to savor their summer goodness all year round.

What makes this jam truly special is the delightful warmth of fresh ginger that dances on your tongue with the rich, fruity notes of the plums. A splash of lemon juice adds a zesty brightness, balancing the sweetness perfectly. And the best part? This recipe is naturally vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a crowd-pleaser for everyone to enjoy!

Whether you're a seasoned jam-making pro or a curious beginner, this Gingery Plum Jam recipe is a fantastic way to experience the joy of creating something delicious from scratch. Imagine spreading it on warm toast, swirling it into your morning yogurt, or serving it alongside a cheese board – the possibilities are endless! Let's get cooking and fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of summer fruits and spicy ginger!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 tablespoons ginger fresh minced peeled
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • inch julienne-cut lemon rind 
  • pounds purple-skinned plums pitted ripe cut into 1-inch pieces ( 24 plums)
  • cups sugar 
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • dutch oven
  • candy thermometer

Directions

  1. Combine plums and water in a Dutch oven, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes or until tender. Stir in sugar, juice, ginger, and rind. Cook over medium heat 40 minutes, until thick or a candy thermometer reaches 21
  2. Stir mixture occasionally. (Do not overcook or mixture will scorch.) Cool. Discard lemon rind. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories50kcal
Protein1.58%
Fat1.93%
Carbs96.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.93
Glycemic Load
7.64
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.771304357311%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.6mg
Peonidin
0.09mg
Catechin
0.82mg
Epigallocatechin
0.07mg
Epicatechin
0.91mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.22mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.11mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.1mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.26mg
Gallocatechin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:49.53kcal
2.48%
Fat:0.11g
0.17%
Saturated Fat:0.01g
0.03%
Carbohydrates:12.69g
4.23%
Net Carbohydrates:12.26g
4.46%
Sugar:12.2g
13.55%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:0.32mg
0.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.21g
0.41%
Vitamin C:3.28mg
3.98%
Vitamin A:97.97IU
1.96%
Vitamin K:1.81µg
1.73%
Fiber:0.43g
1.71%
Potassium:46.48mg
1.33%
Source:My Recipes