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Tangy Homemade Rhubarb Jam Recipe with Lemon Juice Easy and Perfect

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A bright and zesty rhubarb jam balanced perfectly with fresh lemon juice, ideal for spring and summer. This easy recipe yields a spreadable jam with a perfect tangy-sweet harmony.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups chopped rhubarb stalks (about 500g or 1.1 lbs)
  • 2 cups granulated sugar (400g)
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons or 60ml)
  • 1/4 cup water (60ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash the rhubarb stalks thoroughly and trim off the ends. Chop into 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) pieces to yield about 4 cups (500g).
  2. In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine rhubarb pieces, 1/4 cup (60ml) water, and sugar. Stir gently to coat the rhubarb evenly with sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes to release juices.
  3. Place the pan over medium heat. Stir occasionally as the sugar dissolves and rhubarb softens. After about 10 minutes, the mixture will become syrupy and rhubarb will start breaking down.
  4. Stir in 1/4 cup (60ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (if using).
  5. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for another 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. The jam is ready when it thickens and a spoonful holds its shape on a cold plate.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before spooning into sterilized glass jars. Seal tightly and let cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Let rhubarb sit with sugar before cooking to draw out juices. Stir gently and frequently to avoid scorching. Test jam set with cold plate method. For chunkier jam, mash during cooking; for smoother jam, blend or strain after cooking. Adjust sugar to taste; can substitute part of sugar with honey or maple syrup but reduce water slightly.

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