Gourmet Chilli Jam

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 8

Gourmet Chilli Jam perfect for adding spicy sweetness to any dish

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

15 min

Cook

2 hours 30 min

Ready In

2 hours 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

110

Sugar

25g

Fat

Gourmet Chilli Jam is a spicy-sweet condiment that originates from Asia. It is commonly used in Thai, Vietnamese, and Indonesian cuisine as a dipping sauce or marinade. This homemade version is easy to make and takes just a few hours to prepare. The recipe calls for a combination of fresh tomatoes, sugar, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, red chilies, salt, and fish sauce. The end result is a thick, deep-red jam that is perfect for adding flavor and spice to any dish.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, combine the chopped tomatoes, sugar, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, and salt.
2.	Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until the sugar has dissolved.
3.	Add the red chilies and fish sauce to the mixture, stirring well to combine.
4.	Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 1-2 hours until it has thickened and darkened in color.
5.	Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
6.	Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
7.	Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes until it has thickened further and darkened to a deep red color.
8.	Let cool and transfer to an airtight glass jar for storage.

PROS

Gourmet Chilli Jam is a versatile condiment that can be used to spice up sandwiches, burgers, stir-fries, and dips.

It is easy to make and can be stored for a few weeks in the fridge.

It is low in calories and fat, making it a good addition to a healthy diet.

CONS

The recipe calls for a large amount of sugar, which makes the jam quite sweet.

It can be quite spicy, so adjust the amount of chilies to your personal taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chilli peppers contain capsaicin, which has been linked to weight loss, increased metabolism, and reduced inflammation.
Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that may help prevent certain types of cancer and improve heart health.

	1 kg tomatoes , blanched skinned and chopped
	500 g sugar
	3 tablespoons lemon juice
	1/3 cup white wine vinegar
	6 -10 red chilies
	2 teaspoons salt
	2 tablespoons fish sauce ( nam pla )