Tomato Jam
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
12 servings
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Calories
47 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Tomato Jam
Description
Tomato Jam combines diced ripe tomatoes with sugar or honey, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of spices including cinnamon and cumin, cooked over low heat until thick and jam-like. The inclusion of jalapeño or serrano chile brings an optional subtle spiciness that balances the natural sweetness and acidity of the tomatoes. As it simmers, the mixture reduces and intensifies in flavor, resulting in a rich, textured jam without peeling or seeding the tomatoes.
This jam can enhance a variety of dishes, such as serving alongside cheese platters, spreading on toast, or as a flavorful addition to savory meals. Its thick texture and balanced flavor profile make it a useful pantry condiment.
For best results, use fresh, ripe tomatoes and allow plenty of time for the jam to reduce to the desired thickness. Store in the refrigerator for up to 10 days or freeze for longer preservation. Reheat or cook longer if the consistency is too loose.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds tomatoes diced, about 4 cups, ripe
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar or honey
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- ⅓ cup water
- 1 jalapeño or serrano chile, minced, optional
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon cumin
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan.
- Bring to boil. Reduce heat to simmer and cook 60-70 minutes or until thickened and jammy.
- Cool before serving.
Notes
- Use about 12 medium ripe tomatoes to yield 1 ½ pounds diced as this recipe requires.
- Store tomato jam in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days or freeze portions in zippered bags for up to 6 months.
- If the jam feels too thin after cooking, continue to simmer gently until it thickens to your liking.
- Peeling and seeding the tomatoes is not necessary for this recipe.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 47 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 47 | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 199mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 192mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 634IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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