Homemade strawberry jam

Homemade strawberry jam

Overview

Making strawberry jam during strawberry season🍓~ (All utensils should be washed with boiling water first, do not get oily!!!)

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Ingredients

Steps

  1. Remove the stems of 3 pounds of strawberries and wash them (the flesh of these small strawberries is firm and sweet).

    Homemade strawberry jam step 1
  2. Add 30 grams of white sugar (adjust the amount of sugar according to your personal preference).

    Homemade strawberry jam step 2
  3. Use your hands (you can wear gloves) to mix evenly, then let it sit for 20 minutes, waiting for the strawberry pectin to separate out (the size and quantity of the pulp will be determined according to your personal taste).

    Homemade strawberry jam step 3
  4. Turn on low heat and stir constantly, and skim off any floating foam (it is recommended to stir with a long-handled spoon).

    Homemade strawberry jam step 4
  5. After 20 minutes, add about 5 grams of lemon juice to enhance the flavor (adjust the amount according to personal taste).

    Homemade strawberry jam step 5
  6. Simmer for another 20 minutes or so, then change to medium heat to reduce the juice (the specific time depends on your own heat).

    Homemade strawberry jam step 6
  7. Boil until the consistency you like and serve.

    Homemade strawberry jam step 7
  8. Put into an airtight bottle, let cool and store in the refrigerator.

    Homemade strawberry jam step 8