- 12oz Persimmonspersimmon flesh, diced
- 3oz Persimmonspersimmon skin, finely sliced
- 5oz Sugar
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 3/4 oz Lemon zestgrated
Persimmon Jam
Sweet and sticky, this Persimmon Jam will add a completely new flavor to your breakfast table! Persimmons are probably something you’ve seen in a market or Asian store at some point, but maybe didn’t know what they were called. They’re an orange-colored round fruit, known for their sweet, honey-like flavor and are popular in the US northwest, as well as Asia where they’re produced.
This is a real easy persimmon jam recipe. Just add everything to a pot, boil, simmer and then leave to set. Buy some crusty bread and spread the jam over, or add it as a compote into your porridge or yogurt. Sweet and delicious!
So, how to cook Persimmon Jam?
Steps to make Persimmon Jam
1 | Boil ingredients | 3 |
Place a small pan over a medium heat. Add the persimmon flesh and skin, sugar, lemon juice, and zest. Stir and bring to a boil. | ||
2 | Simmer the jam | 10 |
Lower the heat and simmer the persimmon for about 10 minutes, until the flesh becomes soft and the sauce starts to thicken. | ||
3 | Leave jam to set | 30 |
Let the jam cool for about half an hour until it sets. | ||
4 | Store | 1 |
Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator. | ||
5 | Serving Persimmon Jam | |
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