Ginger-Lemon Jam

Cooking method

1. Step 1:

   

   How do you make ginger jam with lemon? Gather everything you need. Choose large pieces of ginger, which are easier to peel.

2. Step 2:

   

   Peel the ginger root and cut it into small pieces.

3. Step 3:

   

   Put the chopped ginger in the pot you'll cook the jam in and cover it with the sugar. I use an enameled pot.

4. Step 4:

   

   Add the water, stir, and set the pot over the heat. Bring to a boil, stirring now and then, and simmer for 7–10 minutes over low heat.

5. Step 5:

   

   As it cooks, the ginger shrinks a little, the syrup thickens, and the jam turns a golden color.

6. Step 6:

   

   Grate the zest from the lemon and add it to the pot with the ginger. Stir and bring it back to a boil. Cook to the syrup thickness you prefer — the longer it simmers, the thicker it gets. Once the jam has cooled, you can add lemon juice or small pieces of lemon flesh for extra tartness and vitamin C (you may need a bit more sugar then). You can also add cinnamon or mint to taste.

7. Step 7:

   

   The finished jam is a lovely golden color and very fragrant. Ladle it into clean jars and let it cool. Store it in a cool place. This unusual jam is great stirred into baked goods or hot drinks, and a wonderful immune boost in winter. Enjoy!