Super Easy Microwave Mandarin Jam
Trending on Social Media! Make Mandarin Jam in 15 Minutes with Your Microwave
Here’s the incredibly simple and trending microwave mandarin jam recipe that’s all over social media! You can make delicious mandarin jam in just 15 minutes without any complicated steps. Enjoy fresh, sweet mandarin jam, just like freshly squeezed, conveniently at home.
Main Ingredients- 4 fresh mandarins
- 2 cups sugar (white or brown)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Peel the thoroughly washed mandarins and separate the segments. Place all the mandarin segments into a microwave-safe bowl.
Step 2
Using scissors or a similar tool, chop the mandarin segments into very small pieces. Smaller pieces will result in a smoother jam texture. (Tip: You can also use a blender for a finer consistency.)
Step 3
To the finely chopped mandarins in the bowl,
Step 4
add all 2 cups of sugar.
Step 5
Stir well with a spatula or spoon to combine the sugar with the mandarins.
Step 6
As the sugar begins to dissolve with the mandarin’s moisture, gently mash the mandarin pieces with the spatula as you stir. It’s important to stir until the sugar is mostly dissolved.
Step 7
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap.
Step 8
Once the plastic wrap is sealed tightly, poke 3-4 holes in the wrap using a fork. (Tip: This step prevents the jam from boiling over during cooking, ensuring a neat result.)
Step 9
Place the prepared mandarin jam bowl into the microwave and
Step 10
Heat for 5 minutes. Repeat this process three times for a total of 15 minutes. Step 1: Microwave for 5 minutes. Step 2: Remove, stir well, and microwave for another 5 minutes. Step 3: Microwave for a final 5 minutes.
Step 11
The cooking time may vary depending on your microwave’s wattage and the moisture content of the mandarins. I microwaved it for 5 minutes twice (10 minutes total), checked the consistency, and then added another 5 minutes for a total of 15 minutes to achieve my desired jam thickness. Observe the jam as it heats; it will thicken as it boils. Please note that the jam will thicken further as it cools. Adjust the cooking time accordingly.