5 Best Pumpkin Jam Recipes

Characteristics and properties of pumpkin

Not everyone loves pumpkin, despite its nutritional value. Some are put off by the vegetable's slight aroma, but the jam has a pleasant aroma. Housewives prefer making pumpkin jam not only for its taste but also for its health benefits. In particular, the raw vegetable:

• contains carotene, which has a positive effect on vision;
• consists of micro- and macroelements, as well as vitamins;
• removes excess fluid from the body;
• stimulates brain function;
• speeds up metabolism.

Video "Pumpkin Jam"

This video will show you how to make delicious pumpkin jam at home.

Preparation of products

To make jam quickly, it's recommended to choose not-too-ripe pumpkins. Peel and seed them, then cut them into sticks, slices, or cubes. Pumpkin is often grated on a coarse grater. Citrus fruits and tart berries can add flavor and aroma.

As for the jars, it's recommended to sterilize them in the oven or over steam. Afterward, they should be completely dry before pouring the jam.

Step-by-step recipes

Below are simple step-by-step recipes that even novice cooks can easily handle. The preparation process is similar to canning melon, but there are some unique features. Whatever recipe the housewife chooses, it will turn out delicious.

Armenian recipe

To prepare Armenian pumpkin jam, you need to take 1 kg of peeled pumpkin, 1 kg of sugar, a small package of vanillin, 500 g of slaked lime, 400 ml of water and 5 liters of cold water.

The process of preparing the Armenian recipe consists of the following steps:

• peel and cut the pumpkin;
• Place lime in a ceramic pan, add 5 liters of water;
• stir and leave for 4 hours in a dark place;
• Strain the resulting solution through cheesecloth, add the pulp, and leave for 30 minutes;
• wash the pieces of pulp;
• Boil clean water, blanch the pumpkin for 5-6 minutes, remove and cool;
• add syrup to the cooled pulp and leave for 6 hours;
• cook for about 30 minutes, cool, cook again;
• When the jam boils for the fourth time, add vanillin and pour into jars.

With apricot

A juicy and delicious jam is created by combining apricot and pumpkin. For this recipe, you'll need 500 g pumpkin, 300 g apricots, 1 lemon, 600 g sugar, and a pinch of nutmeg.

The delicacy is prepared as follows:

• cut the peeled and seeded pulp into cubes;
• remove the pits and cut the apricots in half;
• Place fruits and vegetables in a bowl, add granulated sugar, mix and leave to release juice;
• grate the lemon zest, squeeze out the juice;
• add zest to the fruit and vegetable mixture, put on the fire, bring to a boil and cook for about an hour;
• At the end, add nutmeg and lemon juice, mix well and pour into sterilized containers.

With nuts

Pumpkin jam is often made with nuts, which are readily available in any kitchen. If this option appeals, you'll need 1 kg of pumpkin, 1 kg of granulated sugar, 2 cups of water, a cup of walnuts, and lemon.

To prepare, the housewife needs to do the following:

• cut the pulp into pieces;
• Make syrup from water and sugar, pour it over the vegetables, and cool;
• strain the syrup, bring to a boil and pour it over the pulp again, repeat 4 times;
• boil the pumpkin in syrup for the last time for 5 minutes;
• Once the jam has cooled completely, add the finely sliced ​​lemon and chopped nuts and roll up.

With zucchini

Another delicious and popular recipe among housewives is jam with zucchini. To prepare, you'll need 1 kg of pumpkin, 1 zucchini, 1.7 kg of granulated sugar, 1 lemon, 180 g of raisins, 140 g of dried apricots, and 400 ml of water.

The final result will definitely delight you with its excellent taste if you prepare the jam like this:

• wash dried fruits, pour boiling water over them and leave for a quarter of an hour;
• wash and peel the vegetables, remove the lemon zest, grate;
• mince lemon, zucchini, pumpkin and dried apricots;
• pour the resulting mixture into the zest, raisins and sugar;
• gradually heat, stirring well, boil for 30–40 minutes;
• It is important to ensure that the mixture does not burn to the bottom of the container;
• After thickening, pour into sterilized jars and roll up.

In conclusion, it's worth adding that properly prepared jam will delight you with its unusual flavor this winter, while preserving its most beneficial nutrients.

This is facilitated by a short, multi-stage cooking process. Cinnamon, vanilla, or cloves are often added to enhance the flavor. For a thicker treat, it's best to grate the pumpkin. To make the most delicious jam, use unripe pumpkins. The berries provide the acidity.