Tomato Sweet Chilli Jam Recipes

SWEET CHILLI JAM

Steps:

• Tip the peppers, chillies (with seeds), ginger and garlic into a food processor, then whizz until very finely chopped. Scrape into a heavy-bottomed pan with the tomatoes, sugar and vinegar, then bring everything to the boil. Skim off any scum that comes to the surface, then turn the heat down to a simmer and cook for about 50 mins, stirring occasionally.
• Once the jam is becoming sticky, continue cooking for 10-15 mins more, stirring frequently so that it doesn't catch and burn. It should now look like thick, bubbling lava. Cool slightly, transfer to sterilised jars, then leave to cool completely. Keeps for 3 months in a cool, dark cupboard - refrigerate once opened.

TOMATO CHILLI (CHILE) JAM

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a two-quart saucepan. Add mustard seeds and cook until they pop.
• Add onion and stir for about 30 seconds, then add all other ingredients.
• Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes. Keep an eye on it and stir frequently. You don't want it to burn.
• When the jam has thickened to your preference, turn off heat and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Then zap with a stick blender to puree it slightly. You want it to stay on the chunky side.
• Bottle and store in the fridge. Use within two weeks. I find it improves with age.

CHEAT'S TOMATO CHILLI JAM

Steps:

• Put a 400g can chopped tomatoes, 1 finely chopped red chilli, 1 grated thumb-sized piece of ginger, 1 star anise, 250g caster sugar, 150ml red wine vinegar and a pinch of salt in a pan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 mins until thick and glossy. Remove from the heat, leave to cool, and transfer to a sterilised jar. Will keep for two weeks, or unopened for up to six months.