Description
Delia Ginger Marmalade is a vibrant and zesty spread that infuses your breakfast with a delightful punch of flavor. Made with fresh ginger, this marmalade is perfect for spreading on warm toast, glazing roasted chicken or turkey, or even incorporating into baked goods for a unique twist. Its sweet and spicy profile makes it an ideal gift for friends and family, beautifully jarred and ready to share. With just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is accessible for cooks of any skill level. Unleash your creativity in the kitchen and enjoy the health benefits of ginger while savoring every bite of this delicious homemade treat.
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 fresh ginger in half; cube one half and shred the other.
- In a pot, combine cubed ginger with water; simmer for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Drain, reserving ½ cup of liquid.
- Chill the cooked ginger in the fridge for about 4 hours.
- In a large pot, mix chilled ginger, reserved water, and sugar; bring to a boil for about 1 minute.
- Stir in pectin; simmer for an additional 7 minutes while skimming off foam.
- Sterilize canning jars by boiling them.
- Fill each jar with hot marmalade, leaving a ¼ inch space at the top; remove air bubbles.
- Process jars in a boiling water bath for about 15 minutes.
- Cool jars completely before checking seals; store sealed jars in a cool, dark place.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour and 30 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