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Morula Jam

Cultural Context

Morula jam originates from the indigenous communities of Botswana, where the morula fruit is cherished for its unique flavor and nutritional benefits. Traditionally, this jam is made during the harvest season and is often shared during celebrations and gatherings. Today, morula jam has gained popularity beyond Botswana, finding its way into international markets as a unique and exotic spread.

BotswanaBWdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
4 cups morula fruit
2 cups sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
1 cup water
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon citric acid
1/4 cup pectin
1 teaspoon spices

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

pectin

🥗Healthier: chia seeds

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Chia seeds thicken naturally and are more nutritious.

1

Collect morula fruits from two different plants, mixing green and yellow ones.

2

Wash the morula fruits thoroughly to remove any debris.

3

Cut off the heads of the morula fruits and pit them.

4

Boil the morula fruits in hot water for about 30 minutes.

5

Let the boiled morula fruits sit to cool slightly before mashing them.

6

Add sugar and lemon juice to the mashed morula.

7

Stir in water and mix until well combined.

8

Incorporate pectin and stir continuously until the mixture thickens.

9

Add vanilla extract and spices, adjusting to taste.

10

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before transferring to jars.

Cooking Techniques

mashingsimmeringcanning

Equipment Needed

large potmashing tooljarsboiling water bath setup

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Morula PreserveMorula Spread

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