Best 5 Quick Tomato Jam Recipes
Quick tomato jam is a versatile condiment that can be used as a spread, dip or sauce. It's also a great way to use up extra tomatoes from your garden. With a handful of ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious and flavorful tomato jam that the whole family will enjoy.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
TOMATO JAM
Good tomatoes and balance are crucial. You need sugar for the kind of gooey, sticky quality we associate with jam; otherwise, all you're producing is a tomato sauce, no matter how different the flavor is from the classic. Once you add that sugar, however, you need acid, because even though tomatoes are plenty acidic, they can't counter all that sugar. I tried lemon juice, vinegar and finally lime, deciding that I liked the last best.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories jams, jellies and preserves, project
Time 1h30m
Yield About 1 pint
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a heavy medium saucepan, Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often.
- Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until mixture has consistency of thick jam, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning, then cool and refrigerate until ready to use; this will keep at least a week.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 230, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 535 milligrams, Sugar 55 grams, TransFat 0 grams
TOMATO JAM
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 cup of tomato jam
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Score an X in the bottom of 3 pounds of tomatoes and cook in boiling water for about 30 seconds. Drain, transfer to a bowl of ice water, then peel and dice. Combine the tomatoes with 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup light brown sugar and 2 tablespoons cider vinegar in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon each ground coriander and cumin and the juice of 1 lemon. Cook, stirring, until thick, about 1 hour; let cool. Serve with cheese and crackers.
PAN-ROASTED TOMATOES WITH QUICK BALSAMIC JAM
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking. Add the tomatoes to the dry pan and cook, turning a few times, until charred on all sides but still holding their shape, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the onions and then immediately pour in the vinegar. Stir in the confectioners' sugar until dissolved. Cook, stirring often, until the onions soften and the vinegar thickens, 3 to 5 minutes. (The onions should retain some bite; the vinegar should be reduced and be slightly syrupy.) Pour into a serving bowl, making sure to scrape out all the contents of the skillet. Season with the flaky sea salt and drizzle olive oil over the top. Garnish with the basil.
TOMATO JAM
This condiment is a blend of tomatoes and spices; make a jar and keep it in your refrigerator to add flavor to all of your sandwiches.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a medium saucepot set over medium heat, heat olive oil, add garlic, ginger, and red onion, and saute until translucent. Add tomatoes, breaking them up with a wooden spoon. Add vinegar, honey, brown sugar, ginger, cloves, cinnamon, and star anise.
- Simmer, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes have dissolved and liquid has evaporated, 60 to 75 minutes. Discard cinnamon sticks and star anise before serving. This jam may be stored in an airtight container in the refigerator for up to 2 weeks.
QUICK TOMATO JAM
I love tomato jam, but can't buy it in the UK! So the last time I went back to South Africa on holiday, I managed to get hold of this very easy and very quick tomato jam recipe.
Provided by Allan Rees-Bevan
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 1 Litre
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix tomatoes, apple and ginger in a large microwave-proof dish.
- Microwave uncovered at 100% power for 15 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice and caster sugar and microwave at 100% for a further 40 minutes, or until jam starts setting, stirring every 10 minutes.
- The time the jam takes to set depends on the wattage of your microwave.
- It might be a good idea to spoon a bit onto a cold plate after 25 minutes, and see if it sets.
- When done, spoon the hot jam into sterilized jars and seal immediately.
Tips for Making the Best Tomato Jam:
- Choose flavorful, ripe tomatoes. This will ensure that your jam has a rich, sweet flavor.
- Use a variety of tomatoes. Combining different types of tomatoes will give your jam a more complex flavor.
- Add some heat. A little bit of chili pepper or cayenne pepper will add a nice kick to your jam.
- Use fresh herbs. Fresh herbs like basil, oregano, and thyme will brighten up the flavor of your jam.
- Experiment with different spices. Ground cumin, coriander, and paprika are all great additions to tomato jam.
- Be patient. It takes time to cook down the tomatoes and develop the flavor of the jam. Don't rush the process.
Conclusion:
Tomato jam is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of ways. It can be spread on toast, crackers, or sandwiches. It can also be used as a glaze for chicken, fish, or vegetables. No matter how you use it, tomato jam is sure to be a hit. So next time you have a bunch of ripe tomatoes, don't let them go to waste. Make a batch of tomato jam instead!
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