Strawberry Jam

Step 1

Add the strawberries puree, sugar, vanilla extract, and lime juice to a medium-size non-stick pan.

Step 2

Cook on medium heat till the jam thickens to the desired consistency, approximately 20-25 minutes. Keep stirring at regular intervals while cooking. If the mixture is spluttering too much, cover the pan with a lid.

Step 3

To check if the jam has cooked to the perfect consistency, do a plate test. Take ½ tsp of jam on a plate and refrigerate for 5 minutes. If it sets properly, it is ready.

Step 4

If you have a candy thermometer, check the temperature. It should reach 220 degrees F (100 degrees C) when it’s ready to set.

Step 5

If not, cook it for another 5-10 minutes. Repeat the test again to check if it’s done. Do not overcook otherwise the jam will harden on cooling.

Step 6

Once it has cooked to the right consistency, remove the pan from heat and transfer the jam into a clean glass jar. Refrigerate for up to 2 months.