American Beautyberry Jelly With Shiso

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 5

American Beautyberry Jelly With Shiso recipe perfect for a summer breakfast or afternoon snack

by The Chefin Jelly

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 cups packed red shiso leaves
	1 quart american beauty berries , washed ( That is all my plant gave me but if you have more go for 2 quarts )
	2 quarts water
	1/4 cup bottled lemon juice
	1 3/4 ounces dry pectin
	4 cups sugar
	sliver butter , optional for foaming
	6 -7 shiso leaves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

220

Sugar

55g

Fat

The American Beautyberry Jelly With Shiso recipe is the perfect summer breakfast or afternoon snack. It is refreshing, sweet, and packed with flavor. Beautyberries are a native shrub in the United States, growing in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions. They have a deep purple color and an unusual taste that is similar to grape, but with a sour note. The shiso leaves used in this recipe add a subtle herbal note to the jelly and provide additional health benefits. This jelly recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and easy to make, making it a great recipe for all dietary needs.

Instructions

1.	In a large stockpot, combine the shiso leaves, beautyberries, and water.
2.	Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer for 20 minutes.
3.	Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing down on the solids to extract as much juice as possible.
4.	Measure out 5 cups of the juice and pour it back into the stockpot.
5.	Add the lemon juice and pectin to the pot, whisking thoroughly to combine.
6.	Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
7.	Add the sugar all at once and continue to stir until the mixture returns to a rolling boil.
8.	Boil the mixture for exactly 1 minute before removing from the heat.
9.	Skim any foam off the surface of the jelly and discard (an optional step is to stir in a small sliver of butter to help disperse the foam instead of discarding it).
10.	Ladle the hot jelly into sterilized jars and top with a fresh shiso leaf before sealing with the lids.

PROS

This delicious American Beautyberry Jelly With Shiso recipe is easy to make and is a great way to use up excess beautyberries.

It is also vegan, gluten-free, and a great source of antioxidants.

CONS

The beautyberries may be difficult to source depending on your location and the seasonal availability.

Also, the jelly is high in sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The beautyberries used in this recipe are a great source of antioxidants.
Shiso leaves have anti-inflammatory properties, and they may also have antibacterial and antiviral benefits.