Description
Indulge in the delightful and zesty flavor of Delia Ginger Marmalade, a perfect blend of fresh ginger and sugar that adds a sweet and spicy kick to your breakfast or any dish. This versatile marmalade not only enhances your morning toast but also serves as a unique glaze for meats and an innovative ingredient in desserts. With its warm, vibrant notes, this homemade treat is ideal for gifting or enjoying on cozy mornings. Simple to make with just a few ingredients, it promises long-lasting freshness when stored correctly.
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
- Cut the ginger in half; cube one half and shred the other.
- Simmer the ginger with water for 1 hour and 15 minutes; drain, reserving ½ cup of liquid.
- Chill the cooked ginger in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
- In a pot, combine chilled ginger, reserved water, and sugar; boil for 1 minute.
- Stir in pectin and simmer for an additional 7 minutes, skimming off any foam.
- Sterilize jars by boiling them in water.
- Fill each jar with marmalade mixture, leaving space at the top; remove air bubbles.
- Process jars in a water bath by boiling for 15 minutes.
- Allow jars to cool completely before checking seals.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour and 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 15g
- Calories: 48
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg