Description
This delicious tomato jam is made from ripe tomatoes and has a perfect balance of sweetness and spice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ripe tomatoes, chopped (Roma or cherry tomatoes preferred)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (or lemon juice)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- PREP THE TOMATOES: Wash and finely chop the tomatoes. Leave the skins on—they will soften as the jam cooks and add texture to the finished spread.
- COMBINE INGREDIENTS: In a large saucepan, add the chopped tomatoes, granulated sugar, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, cinnamon, cloves, red pepper flakes, and salt. Stir to combine evenly.
- SIMMER THE JAM: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 60 to 90 minutes. Stir occasionally at first, increasing frequency as the mixture thickens to prevent sticking or burning.
- CHECK CONSISTENCY: The jam is done when it becomes thick and glossy. Drag a spoon through the bottom of the pan—if it leaves a clean trail that doesn’t immediately fill in, the jam has reached the right consistency.
- COOL AND STORE: Remove the pan from the heat and let the jam cool for 10–15 minutes. Transfer the jam into clean jars. Once fully cooled, seal the jars and refrigerate. The jam will thicken more as it chills.
Notes
- This jam works great as a condiment for toast, sandwiches, or cheeses.
- Adjust the spices according to your taste for a spicier or milder jam.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Condiments
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg