Description
Spicy sweetness defines Jamie Oliver’s tomato chilli jam, blending British culinary creativity with bold flavor profiles. Homemade condiment lovers will discover a perfect balance of tangy tomatoes and fiery chilli peppers that elevates sandwiches, cheese plates, and grilled meats with remarkable zest.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 800 grams (28.2 ounces) Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2–3 Chillies, finely chopped (deseed for less heat)
- 2 Banana shallots, peeled and finely chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fennel seeds
Liquid and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 250 milliliters (8.45 fluid ounces) White wine vinegar
Sweetening Ingredient:
- 275 grams (9.7 ounces) Light brown soft sugar
Instructions
- Pour olive oil into a generously sized saucepan, warming it over medium heat until it shimmers slightly.
- Gently sauté finely chopped shallots, stirring occasionally, allowing them to transform into a soft, translucent golden hue, approximately 5-6 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic, crushed fennel seeds, and finely chopped chilies to the pan, stirring continuously to prevent burning and release their aromatic essence for 2-3 minutes.
- Add whole crushed tomatoes, granulated sugar, and red wine vinegar, blending the ingredients thoroughly to create a harmonious mixture.
- Elevate the temperature until the mixture reaches a vigorous boil, then immediately reduce heat to a gentle simmer.
- Allow the mixture to slowly reduce and caramelize, stirring intermittently to prevent scorching, for 45-60 minutes until the consistency transforms into a thick, glossy jam-like texture.
- Carefully transfer the molten jam into a sterilized 500 milliliter (16.9 fluid ounces) glass jar using a clean funnel.
- Set the filled jar aside, permitting the tomato jam to cool completely to room temperature before securing the lid.
Notes
- Kick your culinary game up a notch with this homemade tomato chilli jam that transforms mundane meals into flavor adventures.
- Customize heat levels by selecting your favorite chilies, from mild jalapeños to fiery habaneros for a personalized spice experience.
- Sterilized jars are crucial for preserving the jam’s vibrant color, intense flavors, and ensuring food safety during storage.
- Fennel seeds unlock a secret layer of complexity, introducing a delicate anise-like whisper that elevates the entire condiment.
- Room temperature serving allows the jam’s intricate sweet-spicy symphony to unfold completely, tantalizing every taste bud.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Breakfast
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: uk
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg