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Recipe of Watermelon peel jam

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Did you know that watermelon peel can be turned into a delicious jam? This recipe for watermelon peel jam is an ingenious way to make the most of this summer fruit, turning waste into a surprising sweet treat. Its flavor is very similar to alcayota, a traditional Chilean sweet, with a smooth texture and a citrusy touch from lemon and orange.

This jam is perfect for those looking for economical, simple, and waste-free recipes. Its difficulty is easy, ideal for beginner cooks. You can enjoy it at breakfast with toast, paired with cheeses, or as a filling for tarts and cookies. Plus, by making it at home, you control the ingredients and avoid preservatives.

The traditional recipe only uses watermelon peel, sugar, lemon, and orange, but you can add spices like cinnamon or ginger for a different twist. You can also vary the texture: if you prefer it smoother, blend it at the end of cooking; if you like chunks, leave it as is. Go ahead and try this original and delicious jam!

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Recipe of Watermelon peel jam
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Cook

65 min

Servings

18

Ingredients

Directions

  1. 1

    Peel off the shell.

  2. 2

    Chop it into cubes, if you want you can use a little pink food. optional

  3. 3

    Weigh or measure the cubes, the sugar proportion is 50%, for example: 1 kilo of peel, 500 grams of sugar.

  4. 4

    Or 2 cups of peel for 1 cup of sugar, leave to macerate.

  5. 5

    Add orange peel, grated or dried in my case, and lemon juice (1/2 lemon per kilo of fruit).

  6. 6

    Simmer for 45 minutes.

  7. 7

    If you want, before the time runs out, grind the preparation, carefully, optional.

  8. 8

    Once the heat is turned off, pack it hot, cover and turn it over to get a vacuum and the preparation lasts longer, you must sterilize the jars before, (boil the jars for 20 minutes)

  9. 9

    Its flavor is very similar to that of Alcayota.

Frequently Asked Questions

How difficult is it to prepare Watermelon peel jam?

This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.

How long does it take to prepare Watermelon peel jam?

The preparation time is minutes and the cooking time is 65 minutes.

How many people does this recipe serve?

This recipe is designed for 18 servings.

Can I substitute some ingredients?

Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.

How should I store this preparation?

Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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