Description
Delia Ginger Marmalade is a delightful homemade preserve that combines the warmth of fresh ginger with sweetness, making it a perfect addition to your breakfast table or an exquisite gift. This zesty marmalade not only enhances toast but also serves as a flavorful glaze for meats and an ingredient in desserts. Its bold flavor and easy preparation make it suitable for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy morning or festive gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ cups peeled fresh ginger
- 4 cups water
- 5 cups white sugar
- 1 (3 oz) pouch liquid pectin
- 5 half pint canning jars with lids and rings
Instructions
- 1. Cut ginger in half; cube one half and shred the other. Simmer with water for 1 hour and 15 minutes, then drain, reserving ½ cup of liquid.
- 2. Chill the cooked ginger in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
- 3. In a large pot, combine chilled ginger, reserved water, and sugar. Boil for 1 minute.
- 4. Add liquid pectin and simmer for an additional 7 minutes, skimming foam as needed.
- 5. Sterilize jars by boiling them in water before filling with marmalade, leaving ¼ inch of space at the top.
- 6. Process filled jars in a water bath for 15 minutes before cooling completely.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Preserve
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg