Source: Peredniankina, AdobeStockPlums are excellent for various winter preparations – jams, compotes, preserves, and also spicy sauces. For example, the most delicious Georgian Tkemali is made from plums. You'll find these and many other recipes in our selection!
1. Plums in Syrup for Winter
Source: AdobeStockOne of the simplest yet most delicious preparations.
You will need: 700 g plums, 500-600 ml water, 150 g sugar.
Preparation: Rinse the plums and arrange them in sterilized jars, pour boiling water over them and leave for 10 minutes. Then drain this water, add sugar to it and boil for 2-3 minutes after it comes to a boil. Pour the resulting syrup over the plums and seal the jars.
2. Tkemali from Plums for Winter
Source: agro-tm.ruA traditional Georgian sauce that will leave no one indifferent.
You will need: 500 g plums, 4 cloves garlic, 50 g herbs, 1 tbsp coriander, 20 g chili pepper, salt, sugar.
Preparation: Cover the plums with water and simmer for 5-7 minutes until soft. Mash them through a sieve. Blend the herbs, chili, garlic, and coriander, mix them with the plums, and add salt and sugar to taste. Simmer the sauce for about 5-7 minutes, stirring. Seal it in sterilized jars.
3. Pickled Plums for Winter
Source: koolinar.ruNot a dessert, but an excellent appetizer and addition to a plate of pickles.
You will need: 1.5 kg plums, 20 g chili pepper, 1 head garlic, 8 bay leaves, 1 tsp cloves, 2 tsp salt, 300 g sugar, 800 ml water, 160 ml vinegar.
Preparation: Arrange the plums, chili pieces, garlic, cloves, bay leaf, and other additions to taste in prepared jars. Pour boiling water over them for 10-15 minutes. Drain this water and boil it again with salt and sugar. Add vinegar, boil the marinade for 1 minute, pour it over the plums, and seal for winter.
4. Plum Preserve for Winter
Source: ideireceptov.ruPlums are rich in natural pectin, so preserves made from them thicken well.
You will need: 1.5 kg plums, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Cover the plums with water, cook until soft, and mash through a sieve. Add sugar and cook the preparation over low heat for 1-1.5 hours until the desired thickness. You can add spices to taste. Seal the preserve in sterilized jars.
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5. Plum Compote for Winter
Source: prekrasny-mir.ruA versatile recipe for all plum varieties.
You will need: 1.5 kg plums, 300 g sugar, 3 l water.
Preparation: Arrange the plums in sterilized jars, sprinkle with sugar, pour boiling water over them, and leave for 10 minutes. Then drain this syrup, boil it again, and pour it over the plums. Seal the compote for winter.
6. Plum Jam with Pits
Source: pinterest.comAn excellent recipe for those who don't want to spend time removing pits.
You will need: 1 kg plums, 800 ml water, 1.5 kg sugar.
Preparation: Make a syrup from water and sugar, pour it over the plums, and let it cool. Then bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 5-7 minutes. Let it cool and simmer for another 5-7 minutes. Repeat this step once more and seal the hot jam in sterilized jars.
7. Tkemali from Plums with Garlic and Cilantro
Source: mirtesen.ruRed plums are best for this sauce – they are juicier and have a sweet-sour taste.
You will need: 2 kg plums, 2 tbsp sugar, 3 tbsp salt, 80 g cilantro, 1 head garlic, 1 tsp ground red pepper.
Preparation: Remove the pits from the plums, sprinkle the pulp with sugar and salt, and leave for half an hour. Cook the mixture for 20 minutes and mash through a sieve. Reduce the puree over low heat to the desired thickness – another 20-30 minutes. Add chopped cilantro, garlic, and pepper. Cook for another 10 minutes and seal the Tkemali in sterilized jars.
8. Plum and Zucchini Jam for Winter
Source: ideireceptov.ruInstead of zucchini, you can also use courgettes – it's not essential.
You will need: 1 kg zucchini, 600 g plums, 1.2 kg sugar.
Preparation: Peel and chop the zucchini, remove pits from the plums. Pass everything through a meat grinder and add sugar. Mix the mixture, bring to a boil, and cook for 40-45 minutes over low heat. Seal the jam in sterilized jars.
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9. Pickled Tomatoes with Plums
Source: spmguild.ruSmall cherry tomatoes are needed here so that they don't differ too much in size from the plums.
You will need: 1.2 kg cherry tomatoes, 700 g plums, 3 cloves garlic, 1.5 l water, 2 tsp salt, 50 ml vinegar, 3 tbsp sugar.
Preparation: In a clean dry jar, layer cherry tomatoes, plums, garlic, and any additions to taste. Pour boiling water over them for 15 minutes, then drain this water, boil it again with salt and sugar, pour in vinegar, and pour over the mixture. Seal the jar with a lid.
10. Plum Jam with Wine for Winter
Source: ideireceptov.ruAn original recipe if regular jam has become boring.
You will need: 3 kg plums, 1 bottle dry red wine, 3 sprigs rosemary, 1 lemon, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Cover the plums with wine, add rosemary and lemon slices, and cook until soft. Mash the mixture through a sieve and add sugar to taste. Cook the jam for another 10-15 minutes and seal in sterilized jars.
11. Sugar-Free Plums for Winter
Source: agro-tm.ruA healthy preparation for those who watch their diet and figure.
You will need: 2 kg plums, 300 ml water, 2 pinches citric acid, 0.5 tsp lemon zest.
Preparation: Remove pits from the plums, chop them arbitrarily, cover with water, and cook for 20 minutes after boiling. Add citric acid and zest, cook for another 3 minutes, and seal in sterilized jars.
12. Adjika from Plums for Winter
Source: postila.ruAnother wonderful sauce option for the whole family!
You will need: 1 kg plums, 20 g chili pepper, 1 head garlic, 100 g sugar, 1 tbsp salt, 1 tsp khmeli-suneli, 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp coriander, 10 g mint, 30 g parsley.
Preparation: Cover the plums with water, cook until soft, and mash through a sieve. Add chopped herbs, garlic, chili, and other ingredients. Blend everything until smooth and simmer the adjika for 30-40 minutes over low heat with the lid on, stirring. Seal it in sterilized jars.
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13. Plum and Orange Jam
Source: pinterest.comA harmonious combination of fruit tartness and a rather vibrant preparation.
You will need: 1 kg plums, 1 kg sugar, 500 g oranges.
Preparation: Cover the plums with a glass of water, bring to a boil, cook for 20 minutes, then mash through a sieve. Finely chop or blend the orange pulp. Mix everything with plums and sugar, reduce the jam to the desired thickness, and seal in sterilized jars.
14. Plum and Zucchini Compote for Winter
Source: agro-tm.ruCheap, tasty, healthy, and even resembles canned pineapples!
You will need: 1-2 zucchini, 1.5 cups plums, 400 g sugar, 1.5 l water.
Preparation: Cut the zucchini into large cubes and place them in a sterilized jar along with the plums. Pour boiling water over them and leave covered for 15 minutes. Drain this water, add sugar to it, pour over the mixture, and seal for winter.
15. Plum Ketchup for Winter
Source: pinterest.comEasy and original. You must try it!
You will need: 1.5 kg plums, 200 g sugar, 1 tbsp salt, 1 tsp khmeli-suneli, 3 tbsp tomato paste, 10 g chili pepper, 1 head garlic, 1 tsp coriander.
Preparation: Cover the plums with water, cook until soft, and mash the fruits through a sieve. Add all other ingredients and cook the ketchup for approximately 1 hour over low heat, stirring. Seal it in sterilized jars.
16. Plum and Apple Jam
Source: ideireceptov.ruThis jam is perfect with tea or as a filling for baked goods.
You will need: 1 kg plums, 1.5 kg apples, 0.5 tsp citric acid, 2 kg sugar.
Preparation: Remove pits from the plums, peel the apples, and slice the fruits. Sprinkle them with sugar and citric acid and leave for several hours. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook for 10-15 minutes. Let it cool, add spices if desired, and cook for another 15 minutes. Seal the jam in sterilized jars.
17. Adjika from Plums with Bell Pepper for Winter
Source: youtube.comFor a beautiful sauce texture – choose plums and peppers of the same shade.
You will need: 500 g plums, 1 bell pepper, 1 hot pepper, 1 head garlic, 2 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp salt, 30 g herbs.
Preparation: Boil the plums until soft and mash the fruits through a sieve. Blend the remaining ingredients, mix them with the plums, and cook everything together for 10-15 minutes. Seal the adjika in sterilized jars.
18. Plum Jelly with Gelatin for Winter
Source: fan-female.ruMaximum thick jelly, without hours of fruit reduction.
You will need: 1.2 kg plums, 600 g sugar, 20 g gelatin, 2 cups water.
Preparation: Cover the plums with a glass of water, stew until soft, and mash through a sieve. Dissolve gelatin in the remaining water according to package instructions. Add sugar to the plums, bring to a boil, and cook the jam for 10-15 minutes. Pour in the gelatin, stir until dissolved, and seal the jelly in sterilized jars.
19. Plum Confiture with Agar-Agar for Winter
Source: agro-tm.ruInstead of agar-agar, you can also use pectin, but then mix it with sugar immediately.
You will need: 1 kg pitted plums, 500 g sugar, 3 tsp agar-agar.
Preparation: Arbitrarily chop the plums, sprinkle them with sugar, and leave for a couple of hours. After that, bring to a boil and cook for 40 minutes over low heat. Blend until the desired consistency, bring to a boil again, and add agar-agar dissolved in water. Cook everything for 2-3 minutes and seal the confiture in sterilized jars.
20. Plum and Cherry Plum Compote without Sterilization
Source: dzen.ruRed plums pair best with classic garden plums.
You will need: 300 g plums, 300 g cherry plums, 300 g sugar, 1 cinnamon stick, 2 clove buds, 2-3 l water.
Preparation: Place the fruits and spices in a clean dry jar, pour boiling water over them, and leave for 10 minutes. Drain this water and boil it again with sugar. Simmer the syrup briefly, pour it back into the jar, and seal for winter.