Serbian Plum Jam (Srpska Šljivovica Marmelada)
Srpska Šljivovica Marmelada, or Serbian Plum Jam, is a traditional Serbian delicacy that is easy to make and bursting with the flavors of ripe plums. This sweet and tangy jam is perfect for spreading on toast, filling pastries, or even as a topping for ice cream.
Ingredients
- 2 kg ripe plums, pitted and chopped
- 1 kg granulated sugar
- 1 lemon, juiced
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the chopped plums, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the jam thickens.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let the jam cool for 5-10 minutes.
- Pour the jam into sterilized jars and seal tightly.
- Allow the jam to cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 40 per tablespoon
- Carbohydrates
- 10g per tablespoon
- Fat
- 0g per tablespoon
- Protein
- 0g per tablespoon
Supplies
Large pot Sterilized jars
Tools
Spoon Cooking thermometer
Serving suggestions
Serve the Srpska Šljivovica Marmelada on freshly baked bread or as a filling for pastries.
Tips & tricks
For a smoother jam, you can use an immersion blender to puree the cooked plums before transferring the jam to jars.
Cost
$10