Longan aka Dragon Eye Jam
Capture and preserve the honey, caramel, and fruity flavors of longan also known as dragon eyes, in spreadable jam. Pectin-free. Small batch recipe.
Equipment
- sauce pan
Ingredients
- 225 g fresh logan meat
- 50 g cane sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- pinch salt
Instructions
- Combine peeled fresh logan with sugar, lemon juice, and salt in a small sauce pot and cook on medium heat. Continuously stir the mixture, making sure it does not burn. Once the fruit is soft, you can mash it or blend it to small pieces.
- Once the mixture thickens, reduce the heat to medium-low and continue to simmer until a thick golden jam forms.
- Let cool and transfer the jam to 4oz air-tight jars. Keep refrigerated for 3 months, or canned at room temperature for up to 2 years.