How to make a low sugar, fresh fruit jam with Agar Agar

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a lower glycemic index.

fresh fruit

🥗Healthier: frozen fruit

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Frozen fruit is often less expensive and retains nutrients.

agar agar

💰Cheaper: gelatin

Gelatin is a common thickening agent, though not vegan.

lemon juice

💰Cheaper: citric acid

Citric acid can provide the same tartness at a lower cost.

Prepare the fruit by peeling and cutting it into small pieces.

Combine the fruit with caster sugar and let it sit to release juices.

In a large saucepan, combine water and agar-agar powder, stirring well.

Heat the mixture until it comes to a boil, then simmer until agar is dissolved.

Add the fruit mixture to the saucepan and stir to combine.

Bring the mixture back to a gentle boil for a short time.

Remove from heat and pour into a mould or jar, leaving some headspace.

Seal the container and let it cool to room temperature.

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