Source: Olga Romankova, AdobeStockGooseberries are the perfect berry for thickening when cooked. That's why they are so well-suited for making all sorts of jams and preserves. And, of course, for fragrant homemade jam – just like in childhood. Discover a large collection of recipes!
1. Gooseberry Jam through a Meat Grinder
Source: malinika.ruThe easiest and most classic option – just gooseberries and sugar, no additives.
You will need: 1 kg gooseberries, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Rinse the gooseberries, remove the stems, and pass the berries through a meat grinder. Add sugar, mix well, and bring to a boil. Simmer the jam for about 30-40 minutes over low heat and seal in sterilized jars.
2. Gooseberry Jam with Oranges
Source: uz.crushingplants.infoOranges give the jam a slight tartness and a refreshing aroma.
You will need: 1 kg gooseberries, 2 oranges, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Rinse the gooseberries, remove the stems, and remove the seeds from the oranges. Pass everything through a meat grinder and add sugar. Bring to a boil, cook until desired thickness, and seal the jam in sterilized jars.
3. Gooseberry Jam with Pectin
Source: uv-kurier.ruPectin is the best way to thicken jam without boiling it for too long.
You will need: 1 kg gooseberries, 1 kg sugar, 20 g pectin.
Preparation: Mix pectin with a couple of spoons of sugar. Chop the gooseberries using any convenient method, add the remaining sugar, bring to a boil, and cook for 10 minutes. Stir in the pectin, cook for another 3 minutes, and seal the jam in sterilized jars.
4. Seedless Gooseberry Jam
Source: vosadu-li-vogorode.ruIt's best to remove the seeds for a perfectly smooth jam.
You will need: 1 kg gooseberries, 1 kg sugar, 2 pinches of citric acid.
Preparation: Chop the gooseberries with a blender or meat grinder, then strain through a sieve. Add sugar, bring to a boil, and cook the jam until desired thickness. Add citric acid and seal in sterilized jars for winter.
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5. Gooseberry Jam with Lemon
Source: foragro.ruAnother very simple and harmonious addition to sweet jam – lemon.
You will need: 1 kg gooseberries, 2 lemons, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Blanch the lemon with boiling water, slice, remove seeds, and chop in a blender. Chop the gooseberries similarly, strain through a sieve if desired, and mix with lemon and sugar. Bring to a boil and simmer the jam for 30-40 minutes over low heat. Pour into sterilized jars.
6. Gooseberry Jam in a Multicooker
Source: lifehacker.ruThis method is great because you don't need to keep the hot stove on for a long time.
You will need: 1 kg gooseberries, 700 g sugar.
Preparation: Chop the gooseberries in a blender or meat grinder, and mix with sugar. Pour into the multicooker bowl and bring to a boil with the lid open on any mode. Then select "Stew" mode for 45 minutes. Seal the jam in sterilized jars.
7. Gooseberry Jam with Apples
Source: bee-master.ruFor this recipe, we recommend using not-too-firm but sweet apple varieties.
You will need: 1 kg gooseberries, 500 g apples, 800 g sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon.
Preparation: Peel and slice the apples, add gooseberries, pour in a little water, and stew until soft. Strain the entire mixture through a sieve, add sugar with cinnamon, and bring the jam to a boil. Cook for 40 minutes over low heat and pour into sterilized jars.
8. Gooseberry Jam in a Water Bath
Source: ideireceptov.ruAn original slow-cooking method for jam, ensuring nothing burns.
You will need: 1 kg gooseberries, 800 g sugar, 2 pinches of vanilla.
Preparation: Pour a little water over the gooseberries, boil until soft, and strain through a sieve. Add sugar, mix, and cook the jam for about 1 hour in a water bath. Add vanilla 10 minutes before the end. Pour the jam into sterilized jars.
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9. Gooseberry Jam with Banana
Source: mskproduct.ruOne of the most interesting jam recipes in this collection – no one can resist!
You will need: 1 kg gooseberries, 1 banana, 700 g sugar, 0.5 tsp cinnamon.
Preparation: Chop the gooseberries and banana using any convenient method. Add sugar and cinnamon, bring the jam to a boil, and simmer for half an hour over low heat. Let it cool and cook for another half an hour. Seal in sterilized jars.
10. Thick Gooseberry Jam
Source: spmguild.ruThe thickest jam is achieved by cooking the mixture in several stages.
You will need: 1 kg gooseberries, 500 g sugar, 1 lemon.
Preparation: Chop the gooseberries, strain through a sieve, add sugar and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, cook for 20 minutes, and remove from heat for 3-4 hours. Repeat this step once more. Then, for the third time, cook the jam for 20 minutes and immediately pour into sterilized jars.
11. Gooseberry and Blackcurrant Jam
Source: ideireceptov.ruNot only a vibrant taste but also double the benefits from these two wonderful berries.
You will need: 700 g gooseberries, 300 g blackcurrants, 500 g sugar.
Preparation: Rinse the gooseberries and blackcurrants, remove stems, and cover with sugar. Bring to a boil, stew until soft, and strain through a sieve. Bring to a boil again, simmer the jam for half an hour, and then seal it in sterilized jars.
12. Gooseberry Jam with Pear
Source: warosu.orgSince pears also contain a lot of pectin, the jam will thicken faster.
You will need: 1 kg gooseberries, 500 g pears, 1 kg sugar, 100 ml water.
Preparation: Peel and slice the pears, add water, stew until soft, and blend. Chop the gooseberries similarly, bring to a boil, and gradually add sugar. Simmer the jam for another 20-30 minutes and seal in sterilized jars.
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13. Gooseberry and Plum Jam
Source: honey-way.ruAny gooseberries and any plums will work – it will still be very delicious.
You will need: 1 kg gooseberries, 500 g plums, 0.5 tsp citric acid, 700 g sugar.
Preparation: Remove pits from plums, snip off gooseberry stems, and pass everything through a meat grinder. Add sugar, bring to a boil, and simmer the jam for half an hour over low heat. Add citric acid and seal in sterilized jars.
14. Gooseberry Jam with Blueberries
Source: mirtesen.ruThe final cooking time always depends on the consistency of jam you want to achieve.
You will need: 700 g gooseberries, 500 g blueberries, 6 tbsp water, 600 g sugar.
Preparation: Sort the blueberries and gooseberries, add water, and cook for 10-15 minutes until soft. Strain through a sieve, add sugar, and bring to a boil again. Cook the jam for about 40 minutes and seal in sterilized jars for winter.
15. Gooseberry Jam with Poppy Seeds
Source: dzen.ruAnother unusual but winning option!
You will need: 1 kg gooseberries, 600 g sugar, 100 ml water, 1 tsp cinnamon, 2 tbsp poppy seeds, 6 tbsp powdered sugar.
Preparation: Cover gooseberries with water, cook for 5 minutes until soft, blend, and strain through a sieve. Add sugar, cinnamon, and poppy seeds, bring the jam to a boil, and cook for 20 minutes. Transfer to sterilized jars and sprinkle with powdered sugar. Seal with lids.
16. Gooseberry and Kiwi Jam
Source: spmguild.ruChoose green gooseberries – and you'll get a wonderful emerald jam.
You will need: 1 kg gooseberries, 1 kg kiwi, 1.3 kg sugar, 1 lemon, 2 pinches of vanilla.
Preparation: Peel and finely chop the kiwi, and pass the gooseberries through a meat grinder. Mix, bring to a boil, and cook for 10 minutes. Add sugar and then cook for another 30-40 minutes. Finally, add lemon juice and vanilla, cook the jam for another 5 minutes, and seal for winter.
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17. Vanilla Gooseberry Jam
Source: donatewales.orgJust a sachet of vanilla sugar – and your favorite jam takes on new flavors.
You will need: 1 kg gooseberries, 600 g sugar, 1-2 sachets of vanilla sugar.
Preparation: Pass the gooseberries through a meat grinder, add sugar, and bring to a boil. Cook for 40 minutes over low heat, add vanilla sugar, and cook for another 5 minutes. Seal the jam in sterilized jars.
18. Gooseberry Jam with Mint
Source: 2sotki.ruOptionally, you can add lemon, orange, or lime here.
You will need: 1.5 kg gooseberries, 500 g apples, 2 kg sugar, 1 bunch of mint.
Preparation: Chop the peeled apples and gooseberries using any convenient method. Mix with sugar, add the bunch of mint, bring to a boil, and cook the jam for 40 minutes. Remove the mint and seal the mixture in sterilized jars.
19. Gooseberry Jam with Redcurrants
Source: opozdravim.ruExcellent taste and a very appetizing color!
You will need: 1 kg redcurrants, 2 kg gooseberries, 2.5 kg sugar, 1 orange.
Preparation: Chop the redcurrants and gooseberries using any method. Separately chop the orange pulp and zest. Mix everything together, add sugar, and bring the mixture to a boil. Cook for 10 minutes and remove from heat. Let it cool, bring the jam to a boil again, and cook until desired thickness. Seal it in sterilized jars for winter.
20. Gooseberry and Raspberry Jam
Source: vkusnajaeda.ruYou can add different spices to this jam to taste.
You will need: 700 g gooseberries, 700 g raspberries, 700 g sugar.
Preparation: Chop the raspberries and gooseberries in a blender and strain them through a sieve. Bring to a boil and gradually add sugar. Mix the mixture and cook the jam for 30-40 minutes until thick. Distribute into sterilized jars.