Raspberry jam - a delicious dessert with a healing effect
In the cold winter season, colds are the most frequent guests of every family. Therefore, caring mothers always rely on raspberry jam. This berry medicine has diuretic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory effects. The correct technology for making jam will help to preserve the beneficial properties of berries. Fresh raspberries, ground with sugar, and then frozen, are considered the most useful preparation for the winter. However, there is not always so much free space in the freezer for a healthy dessert. Because of this, it is necessary to subject the berry to heat treatment.
Why raspberry jam is useful
Raspberry jam strikes with an impressive vitamin and mineral complex, consisting of:
- vitamins of group A, B, E and PP;
- calcium;
- gland;
- copper;
- boron;
- potassium;
- phosphorus;
- magnesium;
- iodine;
- ascorbic acid.
In addition, the berry contains a high percentage of riboflavin. This component is actively involved in the production of red blood cells, as well as the restoration of the retina. The benefits of raspberry jam are to stabilize the immune system. Beta-carotene, which is abundant in raspberries, is responsible for this function. The effect of niacin or vitamin B3 on nerve cells is one of the unique properties of this amazing berry. The calorie content of raspberry jam (100 g of product) is 273 kcal.
It contains:
- 0.6 g protein;
- 0.2 g fat;
- 7.4 g carbohydrates;
- 2 g dietary fiber;
- 0.3 g of ash;
- 26 g of water.
Millions of women consume raspberry jam during early pregnancy. A healing delicacy helps to successfully tolerate toxicosis, and also saturates the mother's body with useful substances.
Raspberries are also rich in fiber and antioxidants. Certain types of acids block the formation and division of cancer cells. Other compounds that make up the berry thin the blood. Therefore, raspberry jam is recommended for the elderly to reduce the risk of blood clots.
Contraindications to the use of a medicinal dessert:
- allergy;
- diabetes;
- hemophilia;
- gastritis (hyperacidity);
- lactation;
- bronchial asthma;
- overweight.
Raspberry jam at temperatures above 38 ° C is not used as an antipyretic agent. Such therapy is ineffective, even dangerous, since it can cause an allergic reaction.
Grandma's raspberry jam recipes
To make jam, the berries are carefully sorted out, removing debris and leaves. To get rid of beetles and spiders, some housewives immerse raspberries in a saline solution (for 1 liter of liquid, 1 tablespoon of salt). The procedure takes 5 minutes. After that, the raspberries are thoroughly washed under running water and left for 10 minutes in a colander to remove excess moisture.
Raspberry jam "Pyatiminutka"
Thick raspberry jam is obtained if the berry and sugar are taken in equal proportions. The ingredients are mixed in a wide, but not tall bowl.
Further preparation of raspberry jam consists of 6 stages:
- the fruits are thoroughly crushed with a crush;
- add sugar, mix;
- the sweet mass is left for 3-4 hours, until the refined sugar dissolves in the juice;
- the container is placed on low heat, brought to a boil;
- the slurry is boiled for 5 minutes, removing the foam so that the jam does not spoil;
- poured into sterilized jars and rolled up.
Jam utensils should be either stainless steel, copper or brass. It is recommended to use enamelled containers.
Containers for raspberry dessert are sterilized in different ways. Methods familiar to everyone - over steam or in the oven. Mistresses of the XXI century use a microwave for these purposes. 1.5 cm of water is poured into jars and sent to the microwave for 3 minutes. Power is set to the maximum: 800 or 900. This technology allows you to steam several cans at once.
Luxurious whole berry raspberry jam
The ratio of fruits to sugar remains the same (1: 1). However, the ingredients are poured in a completely different way. Pour half of the refined sugar to the bottom. Then all the berries are sent to the dishes, which are then sprinkled with the remaining sugar again. The resulting mass is left for 6-8 hours so that the raspberries let the juice out.
After the specified period:
- the container is placed on low heat;
- mix gently, trying not to damage the integrity of the berries;
- as the refined sugar dissolves, the fire is intensified;
- the mass is brought to a boil, periodically removing the foam;
- the contents are boiled for only 5 minutes;
- ready-made jam is poured into jars.
You can reduce the degree of sugary raspberry jam using citric acid. It is added together with sugar in a small amount (½ teaspoon).
Jam from whole raspberries is also made according to the usual recipe. The amount of ingredients does not change, but the heat treatment time increases. The berry mass has been boiled for 15-20 minutes. Its readiness is checked in a simple way. A tablespoon of jam is poured onto a dish and a border is drawn in the center with a finger. If the edges of the sides do not flow together, then the treat is ready.
Appetizing raspberry jam with gelatin
Another recipe for raspberry jam will help to create a real extravaganza of taste. The consistency of the resulting jam is very thick, so it is used as a filling for buns or pies.
Dessert preparation begins with the preparation of products:
- 1 kg of raspberries;
- 1.5 kg of sugar;
- 10 g citric acid;
- 5 g gelatin;
- 300 ml of water.
Frozen raspberries are also suitable for this jam. First of all, they are engaged in gelatin. The powder is diluted with warm liquid according to the instructions. Then the selected whole berries are sprinkled with sugar, gently mixing the contents.
The resulting mass is sent to the stove with low fire. The jam is boiled for 30 minutes, stirring the contents systematically. Next, citric acid and cooked gelatin are added to the frozen raspberry jam. On low heat it is tormented for another 15 minutes, after which it is poured into jars.
Raspberries are often harvested raw. For 1 kg of berries, add up to 3 kg of sugar.
The ingredients are mixed and left for 24 hours so that the refined sugar is completely dispersed. Jam is poured into dry jars, leaving 1.5 cm from the edge.
Raspberry jam is especially tasty if you use several varieties of berries. This combination of sweet and sour notes will make a powerful impression on the most discerning guests.