Description
A delicious twist on classic strawberry jam, infused with black pepper and thyme.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb (about 4 cups) fresh strawberries, hulled (see FAQs & Notes + Variations)
- 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/2 orange, zested and juiced
- 1/2 tsp fresh cracked black pepper
- 5-6 sprigs of thyme (see FAQs & Notes + Variations)
- a pinch of salt
- 2-3 tbsp confectioner’s sugar, for desired level of sweetness
Instructions
- Place the berries in a medium saucepan.
- Stir in the lemon and orange zest and squeeze the juices from the fruits.
- Add in the thyme sprigs and followed by the freshly cracked black pepper.
- Add a pinch of salt to balance out the flavors and simmer the mixture together for about 15-20 minutes till the fruit is cooked and turns mushy.
- Stir in the confectioners sugar and continue simmering for 10-15 more minutes.
- Take the pot off the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Pull out and discard the thyme sprigs that might have separated from the leaves.
- Using a potato masher or the back of a ladle, mash the fruit to make a chunky jam or purée it with a hand blender to make a smooth spread.
- Let it cool completely before transferring it into an air-tight container.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5-6 weeks.