Easy Strawberry tree jam

Strawberry tree jam is quick to make and has only a few ingredients.

Strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo)

The strawberry tree is an ornamental tree. Many people has it in their garden without knowing that the red berry like fruits are edible. However this brightly colored fruits are great to eat and have been used in folk medicine for many different purposes.

Strawberry tree fruit (arbutus berry)

The berries on a strawberry tree are typically ready for harvesting in the late autumn when the skins of the berries are very red and they are soft to the touch.

The fruit start out yellow and slowly change to red as they mature. The appearance reminds me of a small bright lychee. They have a delicate flavor and are sweetest and best consumed when bright red and very ripe. They can be eaten straight from the tree or be made into a delicious jam.

I came across this fruit because my friend had them growing in her garden. I was pleasantly surprised how tasty the fruit was.

strawberry tree fruit jam

It’s very easy to make jam out of the strawberry tree fruit because there is no peeling or cutting involved. The fruit goes straight into the sauce pan as they are, straight from the tree. Cook for 20 minutes or until the fruit is soft, strain and cook the remaining clear liquid together with sugar and lemon juice until thickened.

The skin is quite grainy but once the pulp has been strained off the result is a smooth jam/ jelly that tastes amazing!

Strawberry tree fruit benefits

A great source of vitamins and antioxidant.

In folk medicine, the plant has been used in for treating rheumatism and urinary tract system amongst other things.

A gargle can be made for treating sore and irritated throats. Because of It’s antiseptic properties the plant can be used against respiratory problems, wounds, and other skin infections.

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Easy Strawberry tree jam

• This jam/jelly recipe is made with only 3 simple ingredients and is quick and easy to make. Delicious spread on toast, stirred through unsweetened yogurt or as an accompaniment to roast meats and on a cheese board

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Author: Camilla Cooking Method: boiling Cuisine: European Courses: sides Recipe Keys: Dairy Free Egg Free Gluten Free Vegetarian Meals

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Prep Time 5 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 1 hour Total Time 1 hr 45 mins Difficulty: Beginner Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

strawberry tree fruit jelly

• strawberry tree fruit
• brown sugar
• lemon juice
• water

Instructions

1. strawberry tree fruit jelly

   To prepare,

   • cover the strawberry trees fruit with water in a sauce pan and bring to a boil.
   • Simmer for about 20 minutes or until the fruit is soft.
   • Once the fruit is ready, drain through a fine sieve to eliminate the seeds and skin. A smooth liquid remains.
   • Pour the liquid back in the sauce pan with a third of the weight in brown sugar and the juice of a lemon. Cook until the jam has thickened.
   • Pour into a sterilized jar to cool.
   • Enjoy this tasty jam!
   

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