This simple Mandarin Jam (or Mandarin Marmalade) recipe is perfect for making the most of an abundance of mandarins.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 ½ cups mandarins (peeled, roughly chopped, and seeded — about 4-5 mandarins)
- ½ lemon (peeled, chopped, and seeded)
- 2 cups water
- 500 grams jam-setting sugar
INSTRUCTIONS
- Prepare the fruit
- Peel the mandarins, removing any loose pith.
- Roughly chop the mandarins into smaller segments (about 4-5 pieces per segment), discarding seeds. Any stray seeds floating during boiling can be removed later.
- Combine ingredients
- Place the chopped mandarins and lemon pieces into a saucepan. Add water.
- Cook the fruit
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Let it boil uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Add sugar and boil
- Stir in the jam-setting sugar and continue boiling. Cook for 15-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and jellies.
- The jam is ready when it turns pale golden, slightly thickens, and begins to “grab” the bottom of the pan while stirring.
- Store the jam
- Pour the hot jam into a large sterilized jar. Seal tightly with a lid and let it cool to room temperature.
- Store in the refrigerator and enjoy within one month.
NUTRITION (PER BATCH)
- Calories: 2209 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 570g
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 2g (1g saturated, 1g polyunsaturated, 1g monounsaturated)
- Sodium: 39mg
- Potassium: 894mg
- Fiber: 10g
- Sugar: 552g
- Vitamin A: 3332 IU
- Vitamin C: 159mg
- Calcium: 214mg
- Iron: 1mg
Enjoy this vibrant and tangy Mandarin Jam on toast, scones, or even as a topping for desserts!
