Rosehip jam: how to prepare it at home

With the onset of winter and the first cold weather we start to think about preparing preserves and jams, so why not prepare a delicious Rosehip jam?

Jam is a very versatile preparation. In fact, it can be used not only to fill tarts, biscuits and cakes, but also to accompany cheeses and savory dishes. It can be used for breakfast or as a snack, spread on toast or toast, to start the day with a balanced and tasty meal.

What it is and why use it in the kitchen

The Dog Rose is an ancient species of thorny shrub, belonging to the Rosaceae family, its botanical name is Lutetian rose, and grows wild in many parts of the world.

Also called “thorn rose” or “wild rose”, because it is a plant that adapts well to all soils and climatic conditions.

According to the Belfrit list, the main properties of dog rose are: antioxidant, that of supportive and tonic, moreover, it helps theregularity of the intestinal tract

Finally, a special mention goes to the presence of Vitamin C which is found in notable quantities and in a form easily assimilated by our body.

In fact, the dog rose possesses immunomodulatory properties precisely due to the presence of Vitamin C which is also very useful in case of iron deficiency, because this vitamin increases biodisponibilita and allows for better absorption of the iron contained in foods.

Rosehip berries, also called cinnorrodi, are increasingly appreciated for their properties and are used extensively in the kitchen in numerous recipes, one of the most famous is rosehip jam.

Recipe: Rosehip jam

The traditional recipe involves the use of fresh rose hips, but the process is very long and complex, for this reason we have thought of an alternative version that is quicker, but which keeps all the nutritional properties of this precious berry intact.

In fact, using the powder, Rosehip jam can be made all year round and will be really easy and quick to prepare.

To prepare the Rosa Canina jam you will only need a few simple ingredients:

• 300g Natural Organic Rosehip Powder
• 1 L of natural mineral water
• Stevia to taste

Preparation:

Mix the rosehip powder in water and leave it to soak for at least 12 hours.

Then heat the mixture at low temperature and let it simmer for about 30 minutes. If necessary, you can add more water to avoid burning or sticking.

Remove from the heat and filter the mixture through a large fine-mesh sieve. To do this, pour a small amount of the rosehip mixture and, using a spoon, filter it through the sieve. This process takes some time.

Once the entire mixture has been filtered, you need to add the sweetener, in this case stevia, but you can choose any sweetener, from raw sugar to erythrol, for example. The quantities are not indicated because some prefer it sweeter and some less, so taste and adapt it to your... sweet tooth!

Heat again over low heat, stirring continuously to prevent the mixture from burning and wait for it to begin to thicken. If it struggles to thicken, you can add a drop of lemon juice and a half teaspoon of corn starch or other natural thickener.

Pour the still boiling Rosehip jam directly into the jars (which must be sterilized beforehand) and close them immediately.

The closed jars must be turned upside down and placed on a surface, in this way the vacuum will be created for correct conservation. They must be left upside down for approximately 48 hours, after which the jars can be transferred to the pantry.

Preservation Tips

When preparing homemade jam it is always mandatory the sterilization of glass jars and lids.

The jars should be washed and dried, then placed in a pan with water and a cloth to prevent them from hitting each other. Then bring the water to a boil for several minutes. Sterilization is necessary to avoid the formation of mold and bacteria.

With regards to storage in the pantry, it must be considered that homemade jam lasts very little. For this reason it is advisable not to prepare large quantities. Once opened, however, it should be kept in the fridge and consumed within a week.

Sources: https://www.salute.gov.it/imgs/C_17_pagineAree_1268_listaFile_itemName_2_file.pdf