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Osmanthus Jam

Osmanthus Jam

Delicate osmanthus blossoms, hand-rubbed with layers of granulated sugar, gradually release their perfume and turn a deep amber, capturing autumn's fragrance in a jar.

Instructions

  1. 1
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    Add a little salt to the picked osmanthus flowers and wash them carefully.

  2. 2
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    Put it outside for a while to air it out and dry the surface moisture.

  3. 3
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    Add rock sugar or granulated sugar in about the same amount as the osmanthus, little by little.

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    Each time after adding, use your hands to knead the sugar and osmanthus together.

  5. 5
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    The kneaded osmanthus has lost some water, its volume has obviously decreased, and the color has turned into a somewhat ugly brown.

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    Add a pinch of salt and stir evenly.

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    Sterilize the glass bottle with boiling water, and after it has dried, pack the osmanthus flowers tightly inside.

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    Drizzle a layer of honey on top, seal it well, then set it aside and wait for a year~

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Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • Osmanthus
    1 large bowl
  • Honey
    to taste

Seasonings

  • Sugar
    to taste
  • table salt
    a little