Description
Lime Marmalade is a bright and refreshing citrus spread that adds zesty sweetness and a vibrant flavor to breakfast favorites like toast, pancakes, and yogurt. Made with fresh limes and simple pantry staples, this easy-to-make marmalade balances tartness and sweetness perfectly, making your mornings more delicious and uplifting.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 6–8 fresh limes (zest and finely chopped peel and fruit segments)
- 3 cups granulated sugar (can be replaced with honey for variation)
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon pectin (optional, for thicker consistency)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Limes: Wash the limes thoroughly and zest them first, avoiding the bitter white pith. Peel the limes, remove seeds, and finely chop the peel and fruit segments to create a mix of texture and flavor.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large saucepan, place the chopped limes, zest, sugar, and water. Stir gently to combine and let the mixture sit for about 30 minutes to macerate and soften the fruit.
- Cook the Marmalade: Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 40 to 50 minutes until the marmalade thickens and the fruit softens.
- Test the Consistency: Place a small spoonful of marmalade on a chilled plate, wait a minute, then push it with your finger. If it wrinkles, the marmalade is ready; if not, continue simmering and test every few minutes.
- Jar and Cool: Remove the marmalade from heat and carefully ladle it into sterilized jars. Seal the jars and let them cool at room temperature before refrigerating or storing.
Notes
- Use organic limes for the best zest and flavor without pesticides.
- Sterilize jars and lids by boiling to ensure freshness and longer shelf life.
- Do not overcook to avoid bitterness from the zest.
- Taste early during cooking and adjust sugar to preference.
- Use pectin if a firmer set is desired, following package instructions.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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