Description
Jamie Oliver’s tomato chilli jam blends sweet and spicy flavors from Mediterranean cooking traditions. Home cooks can craft this versatile condiment with fresh ingredients and simple techniques, creating a zesty spread perfect for enhancing multiple dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 800 g (28.2 oz) cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2–3 chillies, finely chopped (deseed for less heat)
- 2 banana shallots, peeled and finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 275 g (9.7 oz) light brown soft sugar
- 250 ml (8.45 fl oz) white wine vinegar
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium flame. Soften shallots until golden and translucent, then incorporate garlic, fennel seeds, and chilies, stirring to prevent burning and release their fragrant notes.
- Combine Ingredients: Merge crushed tomatoes, sugar, and red wine vinegar into the pan, blending thoroughly to create a unified base for the jam.
- Reduce and Caramelize: Bring the mixture to a robust boil, then lower heat to a gentle simmer. Allow the mixture to slowly condense and caramelize, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until it reaches a thick, lustrous jam consistency.
- Jar and Cool: Carefully funnel the hot jam into a sterilized glass jar. Let the jam cool completely to room temperature before sealing the lid, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
Notes
- Precision Matters: Consistently stir the mixture to prevent burning and ensure even caramelization, which is crucial for developing deep, rich flavors.
- Texture Check: The jam should reach a thick, glossy consistency that coats the back of a spoon, indicating it’s ready to be removed from heat.
- Sterilization Is Key: Always use thoroughly cleaned and sterilized glass jars to prevent bacterial growth and extend the jam’s shelf life.
- Cooling Technique: Allow the jam to cool naturally at room temperature to help it set properly and develop a perfect spreadable consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Breakfast
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: uk
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 174
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg