Salal Berry Jam
A rich homemade jam made with ripe salal berries, sugar and lemon juice for a sweet woodland-inspired spread.
Salal berry jam is a simple way to enjoy the deep, mildly sweet flavor of ripe salal berries. The dark berries cook down into a rich, glossy preserve that works well on toast, pancakes, yogurt or baked desserts. Because salal berries have a naturally dense texture, gently mashing them while cooking helps create a smoother jam while still retaining some fruit character. Fresh lemon juice brightens the flavor and balances the sweetness. For the best results, use fully ripe dark purple berries, wash them carefully and stir the jam frequently as it thickens.
Featured Fruits
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh Salal Berries
- 1.5 cups Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
- 0.25 cups Water
Nutrition per Serving
Instructions
Wash the salal berries thoroughly and remove any stems or leaves.
⏱️ 5 minutes
Add the salal berries and water to a saucepan and cook over medium heat until the berries begin to soften.
⏱️ 8 minutes
Gently mash the softened berries with a spoon or potato masher to release their juices.
⏱️ 3 minutes
Stir in the sugar and fresh lemon juice until well combined.
⏱️ 2 minutes
Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture becomes thick and glossy.
⏱️ 20 minutes
Remove from the heat, allow the jam to cool slightly and transfer it to a clean jar.
⏱️ 5 minutes