How To Make Sorrel Jam

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.

Rinse sorrel thoroughly under cold water to remove impurities.

In a large pot, combine sorrel and water; bring to a boil over medium heat.

Add ginger, cloves, and cinnamon to the pot; simmer for 15-20 minutes until sorrel softens.

Remove from heat and strain the mixture to extract the liquid, discarding solids.

Return the liquid to the pot and stir in sugar; cook over medium heat until sugar dissolves.

Add lime juice and vanilla extract; mix well to combine flavors.

Continue to simmer the jam until it thickens, about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Pour the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving some headspace.

Seal jars tightly and allow to cool at room temperature before refrigerating.

Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 months.

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