Homemade Zespri Green Kiwi Jam
Homemade Zespri Green Kiwi Jam
Homemade Kiwi Jam with Zespri Green Kiwis
Experience the vibrant, tangy-sweet flavor of homemade kiwi jam, made easily with fresh Zespri Green Kiwis. Perfect for yogurt, toast, and baking!
Ingredients- 10 Zespri Green Kiwis (approx. 700-800g)
- 1 Lemon
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar (approx. 150g)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, peel the 10 Zespri Green Kiwis thoroughly. Then, cut each kiwi in half and carefully remove the white core from the center. Next, finely chop the kiwis. Aim for a texture that is not too smooth, so there’s a slight bite to the jam.
Step 2
Place the chopped kiwis into a large bowl. Add 1 cup of granulated sugar and stir well until the kiwis and sugar are evenly combined. The sugar will help draw out the moisture from the kiwis, aiding the cooking process. Now, cut the lemon in half and squeeze its juice into the kiwi and sugar mixture, stirring it all together. The lemon’s bright acidity enhances the kiwi flavor and acts as a natural preservative. If you don’t have a fresh lemon, you can use bottled lemon juice, or omit it if preferred.
Step 3
It’s time to cook the jam using your microwave for efficiency. Transfer the kiwi, sugar, and lemon juice mixture into a microwave-safe bowl. Do not cover it with plastic wrap. Microwave on high for 10 minutes. This step helps to maintain the vibrant color of the kiwis and speeds up the jam-making process. After microwaving, transfer the mixture to a saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a spatula, until it reaches your desired jam consistency. Once the jam begins to thicken, you can speed up cooling and preserve the color by placing the saucepan in a larger bowl filled with cold water. Once cooled, transfer the completely cooled jam into sterilized glass jars and store them in the refrigerator.
Step 4
Once the jam has completely cooled, carefully spoon it into clean, sterilized glass jars. Make sure the jars are completely dry after sterilization. Your homemade kiwi jam is now ready to be stored in the refrigerator. Enjoy it by the spoonful whenever you like, perhaps on toast or with yogurt!
Step 5
This homemade kiwi jam is packed with fresh kiwis, offering a wonderfully tart and sweet flavor without any artificial taste. It’s cooked to a consistency that’s not too stiff, resulting in a moist and spreadable texture perfect for toast or yogurt. It also serves as a fantastic ingredient for various baking recipes. The simple preparation makes it easy for anyone to create delicious homemade jam.
