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    Home » Condiments

    Scotch Bonnet & Jalapeño Chilli & Tomato Jam

    Published: Sep 9, 2018 · Modified: Apr 2, 2019 by Louise-Claire Cayzer · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 2 Comments

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    I adore this time of year, when my tomatoes & chillies are ripening almost faster than I can keep up with them. This summer was so hot that both have had bumper crops, which happily means I've had to make extra Scotch Bonnet & Jalapeño Chilli & Tomato Jam- perfect for giving away to friends and family for Christmas (shh... don't tell them) If you don't have a garden or allotment glut like I do and have the urge to DIY your own version of this delicious & spicy saucy relish, the best thing is to try and go to your local market or greengrocer. (I used to have an amazing one right around the corner from me in South London, who always had all the juiciest and ripest fresh veggies) From the end of August through September all the cheapest and most delicious tomatoes should be available.
    Chilli jam on crackers with vegan cheese this recipe
    Don't worry if you can't find the type of chillies I used in this, you can use any kind of chilli you like. I wanted the sweet fruitiness of Scotch Bonnet, but didn't have quite enough that were ripe so added a few Jalapenos to it. The result is quite a zingy & hot jam, which is ever so slightly addictive.  If you don't want such a hot sauce, use fewer chillies. Chilli Sauce in a jar This recipe makes 2 x 500ml jars.  If you are keen to make more for presents or to use a glut you could simply double or triple the recipe ( you may have to adjust the cooking time a smidge). Use this yummy jammy/saucy/condiment on crackers with vegan cheese, as a dip for yummy fried things (like spring rolls!) or splodge into a stir fry for a chilli kick!

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    Chilli Jam

    Scotch Bonnet, Jalapeño & Tomato Jam

    Louise-Claire Cayzer
    Spicy, chillies mixed with juicy tomatoes. Sweet with hit of heat, this delicious jam is more a chutney- perfect for smearing on crackers or adding to a stir fry.
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 50 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
    Course Condiment
    Cuisine Vegan
    Servings 2 Jars

    Ingredients Note:

    For accuracy, I measure all ingredients in metric as standard, then convert and test the recipe for American cup measurements etc.

    (Heads up Aussie and UK readers- your measurements in cups are sometimes different, so please use metric or check you have the correct cup and spoon type!!)

    Ingredients

    • 1 kg ripe tomatoes
    • 5-6 chillies (I used 4 Scotch bonnet & 2 Jalapeño )
    • 8 cloves garlic
    • 1 Tbs ginger OR fresh horseradish
    • 250 g sugar
    • 250 ml white vinegar
    • 2 teaspoon salt
    • 2 teaspoon pectin (you can buy this in the baking section of the super market. It naturally occurs in apple pips & the skin of oranges- and helps the jam set.)

    Instructions

    • Cut a slit in each tomato and place into a large bowl 
    • Boil the kettle with enough water to cover the tomatoes, and pour the freshly boiled water over the tomatoes
    • (carefully!) slip each tomato out of it's now loosened skin & put into a large pan
    • In a food processor, blitz together the chilli, ginger (or horseradish) & garlic. If you don't have a food processor, chop everything as finely as you can (wear goggles!) 
    • Put all the ingredients into a large pot & gently simmer for 45 mins. Stir occasionally until it is reduced and 'jammy' 
    • To ensure your jars are sterile to keep the jam as fresh as possible- I either wash jars and their lids in the dishwasher  OR boil water & tip over the jars & lids, then dry in a very low oven.
    • Spoon the jam (or sauce or whatever you want to call it..) into the clean jars, & seal.
    • Sealed the jam should last around 12 months. Once opened, keep in the fridge & use within 2-3 weeks.
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    1. Sidh says

      September 08, 2022 at 5:25 pm

      Can you use green tomatoes ?

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      • Louise-Claire Cayzer says

        September 08, 2022 at 6:41 pm

        I haven't tried with green tomatoes, but I think it would be nice, maybe more tangy. I do have this recipe with green tomatoes that you can leave out the apples to if you want to check it out... https://theveganlarder.com/green-tomato-apple-chilli-chutney-2/

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