Strawberry jam in syrup
Description
The recipe won't take much time. To prepare delicious and aromatic strawberry jam in syrup, you'll need time and patience. It's best to cook it in several stages over two to three days. If you prefer sweeter jam, you can add more sugar. Serve chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
Sort through the strawberries carefully and rinse them. Then drain all the water completely.
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Step 2
Transfer the berries to an enameled pot or basin and sprinkle them evenly with sugar, making sure all the berries are covered. Gently mix. Leave for 24 hours, covered with a towel or gauze, until juice appears.
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Step 3
The next day, stir the berries so that the sugar mixes with the juice that has formed at the bottom. Place over low heat and bring to a boil.
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Step 4
Don't forget to skim off the foam.
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Step 5
Occasionally stir the berries in the syrup with a skimmer. Once it comes to a boil, turn off the heat and let the jam cool down until the next day.
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Step 6
The next day, repeat the process and cook the jam for about 10-15 minutes. If you have time and desire, you can also cook it for a third day.
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Step 7
As a result, the syrup turns out thick and dark.
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Step 8
Place the finished strawberry jam in sterilized jars and seal.