Description
This Strawberry Rhubarb Jam is a perfect blend of sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can enjoy this homemade jam on toast or desserts. It’s a favorite for those looking for easy and flavorful recipes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh strawberries washed and thinly sliced (about 1 ½ pounds)
- 3 cups fresh rhubarb washed and thinly sliced (about 3 long stalks)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sliced rhubarb, sliced strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir to mix.
- Set the heat to medium and cook slowly until the fruits soften and the mixture thickens, about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent bubbling over.
- To check if the jam is done, drop a teaspoon onto a plate and run your finger through it. If it stays separated, it’s done; if it runs together, continue cooking.
- Once thickened, remove from the heat and let it cool for 10 minutes while preparing jars.
- Wash and dry jars and lids in hot water to sterilize them.
- Ladle the jam into the jars and seal with lids. Let cool to the touch before refrigerating.
- Clean off any excess jam that spills over.
Notes
Make sure to stir gently to avoid splattering as the jam comes to a boil.
For best results, eat the jam within a few weeks if stored in the refrigerator.
This jam can also be processed in a water bath for longer shelf life.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
