Lemon Verbena Jelly

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 19

Lemon Verbena Jelly: Tasty and Refreshing Spread with a Citrus Twist

by The Chefin Spread

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups fresh lemon verbena leaves , packed and coarsely chopped
	fresh lemon zest
	2 1/4 cups water
	1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
	4 cups granulated sugar
	2 -4 drops yellow food coloring ( optional )
	3 ounces liquid pectin ( such as Certo )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

About 6 cups

Calories

Sugar

12.3g

Fat

Lemon Verbena Jelly is a delightful spread made with fresh lemon verbena leaves and lemon juice. The herb imparts a burst of citrus flavor to the jelly while the sugar helps to balance its tanginess. It's versatile and can be enjoyed with breakfast, snacks or as a condiment to accompany savory dishes. Lemon Verbena Jelly can also be a nice homemade gift for friends and family who enjoy flavorful and unique spreads.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, combine the lemon verbena leaves, lemon zest, and water.
2.	Bring the mixture to a boil then remove it from heat and let it steep for 20 minutes.
3.	Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a clean saucepan.
4.	Add the lemon juice and sugar to the saucepan and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
5.	Bring the mixture to a rolling boil and let it boil for 1 minute.
6.	Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the food coloring and pectin.
7.	Quickly pour the jelly mixture into prepared jars and let them sit until they cool and set.

PROS

Lemon Verbena Jelly is a refreshing and zesty spread that pairs well with toast, scones, and biscuits.

It’s a great way to use fresh lemon verbena leaves and make them last longer.

The jelly is easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.

CONS

The amount of sugar in the recipe might be too much for some individuals.

Yellow food coloring is optional, but it can be an artificial ingredient some might prefer to avoid.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lemon verbena has been traditionally used as a natural remedy for digestive issues, respiratory problems, and insomnia.
It’s a good source of antioxidants and might help to reduce inflammation in the body and protect against conditions like heart disease and cancer.