Mango Jam

A great way to use the end of season mangoes and keep the flavour of mango available in your fridge for a few months more. Don't forget to freeze a box of two for winter smoothies, desserts and just about anything you can think of.

 

Ingredients

500g diced onion  
30g crushed garlic  
25g crushed ginger  
40ml sesame oil  
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 
1 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
2 whole star anise 
2 whole cloves
1/2 tsp chilli paste  
1/4 cup tamarind pulp  
1 tsp sea salt  
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp turmeric powder 
1/2 tsp ground black pepper 
500g mango cubes  
250g palm sugar  
125ml white vinegar  
125ml water 

 

Method 

1. Cook onions, garlic, ginger and the sesame oil over a gentle heat for about 5 minutes (until soft and slightly browned). 
2. Add spices and cook for a another minute stirring continuously.
3. Add remaining ingredients, reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour. 
4. Cool and store in sterilised glass jar.  

 

TIP: This will last for a few months in the fridge.