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Chilli Jam Recipe

Deliciously Easy Chilli Jam Recipe You’ll Want to Dip Into

This homemade Chilli Jam recipe combines sweetness and heat, perfect for enhancing any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 5 jars
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Homemade
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Jam Base
  • 10 pieces Long Red Chillies Choose based on desired spice level
  • 1 large Red Onion Substitute with yellow onion if needed
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best
  • 1 thumb-sized piece Fresh Ginger Ginger powder can substitute if fresh isn't available
For the Sweetening and Balancing
  • 1 cup White Sugar Try coconut sugar for a unique flavor profile
  • 0.5 cup White Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar makes a great alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Use more white wine vinegar if you don’t have it
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Substitute with soy or mushroom sauce for a vegan version
  • 1 piece Lime Juice Lemon juice can be used as a substitute

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Large saucepan
  • sterilized jars

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Chilli Jam Recipe
  1. Wash and remove the stems from the long red chillies. Cut them in half and scoop out the seeds if you prefer a milder jam.
  2. Peel and roughly chop the red onion, garlic, and ginger.
  3. Place the chopped chillies, onion, garlic, and ginger into a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped.
  4. Transfer the blended mixture into a large saucepan over medium heat. Add sugar, vinegars, fish sauce, and lime juice. Stir together.
  5. Gently heat while stirring continuously until the sugar dissolves completely.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered for 35-40 minutes.
  7. Spoon the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving a bit of space at the top, then seal immediately.
  8. Allow jars to cool completely before storing them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 25gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 22gVitamin C: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to adjust the sweetness and spice levels to suit your taste. Proper jar sterilization is essential for prolonged shelf life.

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