Source: New Africa, AdobeStockThere are far more varieties of pumpkin jam than one might initially think. One of the most popular and delicious combinations is pumpkin with dried apricots. And it's incredibly easy to make! We've gathered the best recipes for you – classic, quick, with various additions, and without.
1. Five-Minute Pumpkin and Dried Apricot Jam
Source: ideireceptov.ruA five-minute jam always requires time and patience to wait for it to cool, but the result is incredibly delicious.
You will need: 1 kg pumpkin, 200 g dried apricots, 700 g sugar.
Preparation: Dice the pumpkin, add sugar, bring to a boil, and simmer for 5 minutes. Leave the mixture overnight. Bring to a boil again and cook for 5-7 minutes, then let it cool again. Add the chopped dried apricots, cook the jam for another 5 minutes, and transfer to sterilized jars.
2. Quick Pumpkin and Dried Apricot Jam
Source: ideireceptov.ruThe quickest jam recipe that any hostess will appreciate.
You will need: 2 kg pumpkin, 800 g sugar, 300 g dried apricots, 100 ml water.
Preparation: Dice the pumpkin, cover with sugar, pour in water, and bring to a boil. Add the chopped dried apricots and cook the jam for 30-40 minutes until soft. Seal in sterilized jars.
3. Pumpkin and Dried Apricot Jam in a Multicooker
Source: spmguild.ruStore the finished jam in the refrigerator or seal in jars for winter.
You will need: 1 kg pumpkin, 100 ml water, 200 g dried apricots, 400 g sugar.
Preparation: Grate the pumpkin, finely chop the dried apricots, cover everything with sugar, and leave for 2 hours. Add water and set the multicooker to "Stew" mode for 1 hour.
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4. Grated Pumpkin and Dried Apricot Jam
Source: ideireceptov.ruThis recipe is for those who don't like overly large pieces in their jam.
You will need: 1 kg pumpkin, 200 g dried apricots, 0.5 tsp citric acid, 400 g sugar.
Preparation: Grate the pumpkin, slice the dried apricots into strips, add sugar, and leave everything for 3 hours. Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 30-35 minutes over low heat. Add citric acid and transfer the jam to sterilized jars.
5. Smooth Pumpkin and Dried Apricot Jam
Source: stella-clothes.ruEven with dried fruits, you can make a delicious and smooth jam.
You will need: 1 kg pumpkin, 1/2 lemon, 200 g dried apricots, 300 g sugar, 100 ml water.
Preparation: Cut the pumpkin into pieces, finely chop the dried apricots, add sugar, lemon juice, and zest. Bring everything to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes over low heat. Blend the mixture until smooth and add water if necessary. Bring to a boil again and cook for another 15-20 minutes.
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6. Pumpkin, Dried Apricot, and Prune Jam
Source: ideireceptov.ruTo make it easier to cut the dried fruits, you can soak them in boiling water for about 5 minutes.
You will need: 2 kg pumpkin, 200 g dried apricots, 200 g prunes, 800 g sugar, 200 ml water.
Preparation: Boil water with sugar and cook the syrup until dissolved. Add the diced pumpkin and chopped dried fruits, and cook for another 30 minutes over low heat. Transfer the jam to sterilized jars.
7. Pumpkin, Dried Apricot, and Raisin Jam
Source: ideasneedlework.comRaisins are a rather unexpected but pleasant addition to jam.
You will need: 1 kg pumpkin, 200 g dried apricots, 100 g raisins, 100 ml water, 400 g sugar, 1 lemon.
Preparation: Pass the lemon through a meat grinder, and finely chop the pumpkin. Add water and sugar, bring everything to a boil, and cook for 5 minutes. Leave the mixture overnight, bring to a boil again, and cook for another 5 minutes. Cool the jam, boil it once more, add the chopped dried apricots and raisins, cook for the final 5 minutes, and seal in jars.
8. Pumpkin, Dried Apricot, and Lemon Jam
Source: spmguild.ruPumpkin and dried apricots are very sweet even without added sugar, so lemon is quite appropriate here.
You will need: 1.5 kg pumpkin, 2 lemons, 300 g dried apricots, 1 tsp cinnamon, 400 g sugar.
Preparation: Dice the pumpkin, cover with sugar, and leave for 3 hours. Add the finely chopped lemon, dried apricots, and cinnamon, and bring everything to a boil. Cook the jam for half an hour over low heat and transfer to jars.
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9. Pumpkin, Orange, and Dried Apricot Jam
Source: banketof.ruYou can use other citrus fruits instead of oranges.
You will need: 2 kg pumpkin, 3 oranges, 300 g dried apricots, 800 g sugar.
Preparation: Dice the pumpkin and peeled oranges. Chop the dried apricots, mix everything with sugar, and leave overnight. Bring the mixture to a boil, cook the jam for 30 minutes, and seal in jars.
10. Pumpkin, Dried Apricot, and Walnut Jam
Source: spmguild.ruJam with nuts is a delightful treat and an original gift.
You will need: 1 kg pumpkin, 100 g walnuts, 100 g dried apricots, 2 cups sugar, 150 ml water.
Preparation: Boil water with sugar, add the diced pumpkin, and bring to a boil again. Remove the mixture from heat, let it cool, and bring to a boil again. Cook for 5 minutes, cool once more, and bring to a boil again. Add the chopped dried apricots and toasted walnuts, cook for 10 minutes, and transfer the jam to jars.
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11. Pumpkin, Dried Apricot, and Honey Jam
Source: dari-prirody.blogspot.comFans of original flavors can also add a spoonful of grated ginger.
You will need: 1 kg pumpkin, 200 g dried apricots, 200 g honey, 50 ml water, spices.
Preparation: Dice the pumpkin, chop the dried apricots, add a little water, and stew everything over low heat until soft for 30-40 minutes. Add honey and spices, stir the jam, and cook for another 5 minutes. Transfer it to jars.
12. Pumpkin, Carrot, and Dried Apricot Jam
Source: ideireceptov.ruAnd what a rich orange color this preserve has!
You will need: 1 kg pumpkin, 300 g carrots, 200 g dried apricots, 600 g sugar.
Preparation: Grate the pumpkin and carrots on a coarse grater, and slice the dried apricots into strips. Mix everything with sugar and leave for 2 hours. Bring the mixture to a boil, cook until soft for 30 minutes, and transfer the jam to jars.