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Easy Homemade Rhubarb Jam Without Pectin

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A simple, natural rhubarb jam recipe that sets perfectly without added pectin, using just rhubarb, sugar, lemon juice, and water. This jam is thick, tangy-sweet, and perfect for spreading on toast or dolloping on yogurt.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups chopped fresh rhubarb stalks (about 500 grams or 1.1 pounds)
  • 2 cups granulated sugar (400 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from about 1 medium lemon)
  • 1/4 cup water (60 ml)
  • Optional: pinch of ground ginger or vanilla bean paste

Instructions

  1. Rinse rhubarb stalks and trim off the ends. Chop into roughly 1/2-inch pieces (about 5-7 minutes).
  2. In a large heavy-bottomed pot, combine chopped rhubarb, sugar, lemon juice, and water. Stir gently to combine and let sit for 10 minutes to dissolve sugar and draw out juices.
  3. Place pot over medium heat and bring mixture to a gentle boil, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 30-35 minutes, stirring regularly and gently mashing some larger rhubarb chunks for texture.
  5. Perform the spoon test by dipping a cold metal spoon into the jam, letting it cool, then pushing the jam with your finger. If it wrinkles and doesn’t run, the jam is set; if not, continue simmering and test every 5 minutes.
  6. Remove pot from heat once jam is set. Carefully ladle hot jam into clean, sterilized glass jars, leaving about 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rims and seal with lids.
  7. Let jars cool to room temperature. Store in refrigerator for immediate use or process in a hot water bath for 10 minutes for longer shelf life.

Notes

Use younger, tender rhubarb stalks for better natural pectin and setting. Patience during simmering is key to avoid runny jam. Use fresh lemon juice for best acidity and natural gelling. The spoon test helps determine the perfect set. Refrigerate jam for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months. For longer storage, process jars in a hot water bath.

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