Super Simple Microwave Tangerine Jam
Whip up a Sweet and Tangy Tangerine Jam in the Microwave: An Incredibly Easy Recipe
Tangerines are a delightful seasonal fruit, perfect for enjoying as they are. But have you ever considered turning them into a delicious jam to spread on toast? This recipe shows you how to make a wonderfully sweet and tangy tangerine jam using just your microwave. It’s incredibly quick and easy, perfect for a delightful tea time!
Ingredients
- Tangerine segments, 1 cup (standard paper cup measure)
- Sugar, 1/2 cup (standard paper cup measure)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
The golden ratio for tangerine jam is a 2:1 ratio of tangerines to sugar. Keep this ratio in mind, and you can make delicious jam regardless of the amount of tangerines you use. For example, use 1 cup of sugar for every 2 cups of tangerine segments.
Step 2
First, peel the tangerines and separate them into segments. If the segments are large, use scissors or a knife to cut them into smaller, bite-sized pieces. Smaller pieces will result in a smoother jam texture.
Step 3
Pour all the prepared sugar over the finely chopped tangerine segments. The sugar will draw out the moisture from the tangerines, helping to achieve the right jam consistency and preserve it.
Step 4
Place the tangerine and sugar mixture in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover it with plastic wrap and poke several holes in the wrap with a fork. This allows steam to escape during cooking. Microwave for 5 minutes, then stir and repeat this process two more times, for a total of 15 minutes. (Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave’s power.)
Step 5
Voilà! Your warm and delicious tangerine jam, made effortlessly in the microwave, is ready. I made a small batch for immediate enjoyment, but if you make a larger quantity, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator, and you can enjoy it whenever you like!
Step 6
Spread this freshly made tangerine jam generously over a slice of warm toast. You’ll love the bright tangerine aroma and the perfectly balanced sweet and tangy flavor. Besides enjoying it on toast, you can also make a delightful tangerine tea by stirring a spoonful of jam into a cup of hot water. If you have tangerines that aren’t quite as flavorful as you’d hoped, making them into this jam is a fantastic way to use them up and enjoy a delicious treat with no risk of disappointment!
