How to prepare banana jam

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Banana jam is a special and delicious type of jam, it has a sweet and distinctive taste compared to other types of jam. Here is a simple way to prepare jam at home:

Ingredients:

  • 1 kg ripe bananas (preferably soft and sweet)
  • 500 grams sugar
  • Juice of one lemon (to preserve the color and prevent the bananas from oxidizing)
  • Half a cup of water
  • A pinch of cinnamon (optional to enhance the flavor)
  • A teaspoon of vanilla (optional)

How to prepare:

Peel the bananas and cut them into small slices or cubes as desired.

Place the bananas in a bowl, and add lemon juice to prevent them from turning brown.

Cook the jam:

In a large pot over medium heat, add the sugar and water.

Let the sugar dissolve in the water, stirring constantly until it starts to form a syrup.

Add the sliced ​​bananas to the pot with the syrup.

Gently stir the mixture until the bananas are mixed with the syrup.

Adding flavors:

Add cinnamon and vanilla if you want to enhance the flavor.
Reduce the heat to medium and let the mixture cook slowly for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Thickening:

Leave the mixture to cook until the bananas are soft and the mixture begins to thicken and reach the consistency of jam.

You can partially mash the bananas with a wooden spoon or leave it as is, depending on your preferred consistency.

Readiness test:

To test the readiness of the jam, place a small amount of it on a cold plate and leave it for a few seconds. If it sets and is no longer runny, the jam is ready.

Filling:

Once the jam has cooked and thickened, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool slightly.

Pour the jam into sterilized jars while they are still warm, and seal the jars tightly.

Once the jars have completely cooled, store them in a cool, dry place.

Tips:

You can add other flavours such as grated coconut or grated ginger to give the jam a different touch.
It is best to use very ripe bananas as they are sweeter and give a better texture to the jam. Banana jam is perfect for serving with toast or as a filling for pies and desserts.

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