Habanero Pepper Jam Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
64
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Calories
50 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Habanero Pepper Jam Recipe
Description
This Habanero Pepper Jam recipe starts by finely chopping fresh habanero peppers without pureeing to retain some texture. The peppers are cooked with granulated sugar, cider vinegar, lemon juice, and salt, first simmered to meld flavors. After returning to a rolling boil, liquid fruit pectin is stirred in and boiled again for one minute to help set the jam. Optional food coloring can be added before hot jarring.
The jam combines the intense heat of habaneros with sweetness and tang from sugar and vinegars. The cooking and sugar moderate the pepper heat to a medium level, making the jam suitable for spreading on toast, glazing meats, or adding a spicy note to dishes.
Processed jars are boiled in a water bath for 10 minutes to ensure proper sealing for safe storage. The recipe yields approximately five to six 8-ounce jars.
For a hotter version, increase the amount of habanero peppers accordingly. Handle peppers carefully to avoid skin irritation.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound habanero pepper chopped
- 4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/4 cups cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 ounces liquid fruit pectin
- 4 Food Coloring if preferred, drops
Instructions
- Add the habanero peppers to a food processor and pulse them until they are very finely chopped. Do not overdo it or you’ll wind up with a puree.
- Scoop out the peppers and add to a large pan.
- Add sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, and salt.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Return heat to high and bring mixture to a rolling boil. Stir in pectin and boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
- If using food coloring, add it now and stir.
- Ladle jam into sterilized jars and cover.
- Process jars in a boiling hot water bath for 10 minutes.
- Remove and let cool overnight.
Notes
- Recipe yields about 5 to 6 jars of 8 ounces each.
- The sugar balances the heat, resulting in medium spice; add more habaneros for increased heat.
- Process sealed jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to ensure preservation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 64Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 50 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 50kcal | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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