Sweet and Sour Jam - Not Just for Chicken Recipe

Name: Sweet and Sour Jam - Not Just for Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 habanero pepper; 3 cups fresh apricots, pitted and chopped; 1 cup shallots, sliced into thin slivers; 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 cup fresh pineapple, chopped; 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice; 1 (1.75 ounce) package powdered fruit pectin; 6 cups white sugar; 1 cup brown sugar, packed; 1/2 teaspoon butter; 9 sterilized half-pint canning jars with lids and rings

Servings: persons

1 habanero pepper
3 cups fresh apricots, pitted and chopped
1 cup shallots, sliced into thin slivers
1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup fresh pineapple, chopped
1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1 (1.75 ounce) package powdered fruit pectin
6 cups white sugar
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 teaspoon butter
9 sterilized half-pint canning jars with lids and rings

1
Wearing rubber gloves and avoiding touching your eyes or face, seed and mince the habanero pepper.
2
Place the habanero pepper, apricots, shallots, green and red bell pepper, pineapple, cherry tomatoes, garlic, cilantro, cumin, and lime juice into a large pot over medium heat, and stir in the pectin until dissolved.
3
Bring the mixture to a boil, and mix in the white and brown sugars, stirring until completely dissolved.
4
Return the jam to a full rolling boil, add the butter to reduce foaming, and boil hard for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
5
Turn off heat, and skim and discard any foam that forms on the jam.
6
Pack the jam into the sterilized jars, and top each with a sterilized lid and ring.
7
Simmer the filled jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes, then remove the jars and store upside-down on a cloth towel for about 5 minutes.
8
Turn right side up, and allow the lids to seal (listen for the popping sound).
9
Let jars cool completely.

1428

kcal

Calories

Fat

366

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 habanero pepper, 3 cups fresh apricots, pitted and chopped, 1 cup shallots, sliced into thin slivers, 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Sweet and Sour Jam - Not Just for Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet and Sour Jam - Not Just for Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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