Got itβhereβs a simple, delicious recipe using preserved (or fresh) tangerines that you can enjoy any time of year πβ¨
π Easy Tangerine Jam (Long-Lasting Recipe)
Ingredients (just 3)
- 6β8 tangerines (peeled, seeds removed)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the fruit
- Chop tangerine segments into small pieces
- Keep some pulp for texture
- Cook everything together
- Add tangerines, sugar, and lemon juice to a pot
- Cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally
- Simmer until thick
- Let it bubble gently for 20β30 minutes
- It will thicken into a jam-like consistency
- Jar it
- Pour into a clean jar while warm
- Let it cool, then refrigerate
π‘ Tips
- Blend slightly if you want a smoother jam
- Add a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor
- Store in the fridge for weeks, or longer if properly sealed
π° Quick Bonus: Tangerine Dessert Idea
- Spoon this jam over:
- Toast or pancakes
- Yogurt
- Ice cream
β What You Get
- Sweet, tangy, citrusy spread
- Way to enjoy tangerines all year
- No preservatives, just simple ingredients
If you want, I can give you a no-sugar version or a 5-minute tangerine dessert that tastes like a bakery treat.