Sea buckthorn marmalade
Rated 5.0 stars by 1 users
Category
Sweet recipes
Recipe: Saara Takahashi
Photo: Saara Takahashi
Crockery: Natural Nordic
Ingredients
-
2 dl water
- 3 dl sea buckthorn juice
- 200g sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Natural Nordic sea buckthorn powder
- 4-7 tsp agar agar (adjust according to desired consistency)
Directions
Prepare the sea buckthorn juice: extract juice from fresh sea buckthorn berries using a juicer or by mashing and straining them. You should have approximately 5 dl of fresh sea buckthorn juice.
- In a saucepan, combine sea buckthorn juice, sugar, lemon juice, and sea buckthorn powder.
- Stir the mixture well to ensure the sugar dissolves evenly.
- Place the saucepan on medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- After 15-20 minutes, check the consistency of the marmalade. To do this, place a small amount on a cold plate. If it wrinkles and forms a skin when touched, it's ready. If not, continue simmering and repeat the test until the desired consistency is reached.
- If the marmalade is not setting after an hour, you can add agar agar to help it firm up. Dissolve the wanted amount of agar agar in a little water, then add it to the simmering marmalade.
- Let the mixture boil again for a few minutes, stirring continuously.
- Once the marmalade reaches the desired consistency, remove it from heat and let it cool for about 10-15 minutes.
- Pour the marmalade into sterilized jars (for serving with toast) or a rectangular container (for making marmalade squares) and allow to cool to room temperature.
- Allow the marmalade to settle at room temperature. It may start to stiffen within half an hour.
- Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Note
Variations:
Experiment with other juices and powders to create different marmalade flavors. Cranberry, blueberry, or lingonberry can be excellent alternatives.
Spread this vibrant sea buckthorn marmalade on toast, use it as a topping for desserts, or get creative with its culinary uses.
Note: Store the marmalade in the refrigerator after opening. The recipe is adaptable, so feel free to adjust sugar and agar agar quantities based on your taste preferences.
Optional Hardening: if you prefer a harder marmalade, consider adding more agar agar. Adjust the amount based on your desired firmness.