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Sorrel Jam

Cultural Context

Sorrel jam is a beloved treat in Jamaica, made from the vibrant sorrel plant, which is often used in holiday drinks and desserts. Traditionally prepared during the Christmas season, this jam captures the tartness of sorrel, complemented by spices like ginger and cloves. It embodies the spirit of Jamaican culinary heritage, showcasing the use of local ingredients. Today, sorrel jam is enjoyed year-round, often spread on bread or used as a filling for pastries.

JamaicanJMother
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups sorrel
1 teaspoon all spice
1 cup brown sugar
1 medium onion
2 cloves garlic
1 scotch bonnet pepper
1 tablespoon ginger
1 tablespoon lime zest
1 tablespoon orange zest

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.

ginger

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Ground ginger is more accessible and cheaper.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar provides acidity at a lower cost.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla essence is a more affordable alternative.

1

Introduce the video and ingredients for sorrel chutney.

2

List the ingredients: sorrel, all spice, brown sugar, onion, garlic, scotch bonnet pepper, ginger, lime zest, and orange zest.

3

Keep an eye on the stove and stir continuously while cooking to achieve a jam-like texture.

4

Note that the chutney will thicken more as it cools.

Cooking Techniques

boilingjarring

Equipment Needed

large potstrainersterilized jarsspoon

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

veganplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Sorrel PreserveSorrel Jelly

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