Delia Smith Chilli Jam

Delia Smith’s Chilli Jam is made with red chillies, very ripe tomatoes, garlic, fresh root ginger, Thai fish sauce, demerara sugar, red wine vinegar, and balsamic vinegar. This tasty Chilli Jam recipe creates a flavorful condiment that takes about 45 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 12 people.

Delia Smith Chilli Jam Ingredients

• 1½ medium-sized red chillies, deseeded and roughly chopped
• 1 lb (450 g) very ripe tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
• 1 inch (2.5 cm) piece of fresh root ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
• 1 tablespoon Thai fish sauce
• 8 oz (225 g) demerara sugar
• 2 fl oz (55 ml) red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

How To Make Delia Smith Chilli Jam

1. Prepare Ingredients: Roughly chop the tomatoes (skins can remain). Blend half of the tomatoes with chillies, garlic, ginger, and fish sauce into a fine purée, then pour into a large saucepan.
2. Combine and Cook: Pulse the remaining tomatoes in the blender until just chopped, then add to the purée in the saucepan with sugar and vinegars. Slowly bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
3. Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Skim off any foam from the surface and cook uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to prevent chopped tomatoes from settling at the bottom. Scrape down the sides of the pan occasionally.
4. Finish and Store: The mixture should be reduced to half its volume. Pour into a hot, sterilized jar, allow to cool, then cover and store in the fridge.

Recipe Tips

• Use very ripe tomatoes for a richer flavor and better consistency in your jam.
• Blend half of the tomatoes into a fine purée and pulse the other half until just chopped to give the jam a good texture with chunks and smooth parts.
• Stir the mixture frequently while cooking to prevent the tomatoes from settling and burning at the bottom of the pan.
• Scrape down the sides of the pan occasionally to ensure the jam cooks evenly and doesn’t stick.
• Use a hot, sterilised jar to store the jam and let it cool completely before sealing to ensure it stays fresh and free from contamination.

What To Serve With Chilli Jam?

This tasty Chilli Jam pairs well with grilled seafood, cheese platters, crusty bread, or charcuterie. It can also be served alongside fresh salads, roasted vegetables, or spicy meats for a delicious appetizer or snack.

How To Store Leftovers Chilli Jam?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover Chilli Jam cool to room temperature. Transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
• Freeze: Chilli Jam is not recommended for freezing as it can affect its texture and flavor. Store it in the refrigerator instead.

Delia Smith Chilli Jam Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (approximately 20g)

• Calories: 45
• Total Fat: 0g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 10mg
• Potassium: 35mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 11g
• Dietary Fiber: 0g
• Sugars: 11g
• Protein: 0g

Try More Delia Smith Recipes:

• Delia Smith Beef Wellington
• Delia Smith Sherry Trifle
• Delia Smith Fisherman Pie
• Delia Smith Salmon And Broccoli Quiche