Aronia jam for the winter: 15 recipes

Chokeberry is a very common berry in the cities and villages of Central Our Country, and many, having heard a lot about its beneficial properties, are happy to prepare homemade liqueurs and tinctures from it. But alcoholic beverages are far from being shown to everyone. But chokeberry jam will be enjoyed by both children and adults, while improving their health.

The benefits and harms of chokeberry jam

Everyone who has ever tried fresh chokeberry berries could not help but notice their sweetness, although invariably combined with a little tartness. Black fruit contains up to 10% sugars, most of which are glucose and fructose, but there is also sorbitol, which is good as a sugar substitute for diabetics. But the tart taste is manifested due to the content of pectin and tannins.

Fresh berries, despite the significant content of sugars, have a low calorie content – about 56 kcal. Blackberry jam due to the sugar content is already much more high-calorie – up to 350-380 kcal per 100 g of product.

Black chokeberry berries also contain many vitamins, among which vitamin P deserves special mention (the content can reach from 2000 to 6000 mg). Its value lies in the positive impact on the immune system, in addition, it slows down the aging process in the body. To ensure the daily intake of this important vitamin, it is enough to eat about 3 tbsp. l. chokeberry jam per day.

The chokeberry is rich in microelements, among which molybdenum, boron, iron, fluorine, iodine and manganese are especially worth noting. Their presence helps to normalize the functioning of the cardiovascular and nervous systems, reduces cholesterol levels, strengthens the walls of blood vessels and serves as an excellent prophylactic against varicose veins. And since the iodine content is quite high in chokeberry berries (up to 10 micrograms per 100 g of fruit), chokeberry jam will bring undoubted benefits in case of fatigue, general apathy, and bleeding gums.

Thanks to its rich and varied composition, chokeberry or chokeberry was officially recognized in the middle of the XNUMXth century as a medicine. In addition to the already mentioned medicinal properties, chokeberry jam is capable of:

• reduce arterial and intracranial pressure;
• ensure a balanced functioning of the endocrine system;
• relieve and even cure headaches;
• help maximize the absorption of vitamin C entering the body;
• get rid of belching, bad breath and heaviness in the stomach.

But, since chokeberry jam is a truly effective drug, in some situations it can also bring significant harm.

It should be used very carefully by people with low blood pressure.

It cannot be recommended for use by people:

• with increased blood clotting;
• with gastritis, characterized by high acidity;
• with a stomach ulcer;
• with thrombophlebitis;
• with frequent bowel disorders.

How to cook chokeberry jam

Despite all the undoubted benefits that chokeberry berries can bring, chokeberry jam is not very popular. This is apparently due to some astringency of the berries. But blackberry jam prepared according to all the rules will surely attract both with its appearance and its inimitable taste. A barely noticeable astringency will only give the workpiece some originality, but will not spoil its taste in any way.

The main thing to remember before you start making a delicious chokeberry dessert is that the berries must fully ripen. The fact is that in some regions they begin to turn black in the summer, long before ripening. But the maximum content of medicinal substances and the disclosure of the full bouquet of taste of aronia berries reach only by autumn. It is the first 2 autumn months that is the most favorable time for collecting and making delicious and healthy jam. Moreover, the further north the region of growth, the later aronia berries should be harvested.

Berries have a fairly dense texture and no less strong skin. But, since it is in the skin that up to 1/3 of all the useful substances of chokeberry are contained, the most useful jam is obtained from whole berries.

It is necessary to wash the fruits of chokeberry before manufacturing very carefully, it is better to use running water, without fear of damaging strong berries. Moreover, so that they can be best saturated with syrup, experienced housewives practice blanching fresh berries for several minutes in boiling water.

Another way that helps to get rid of a certain astringency in chokeberry berries is to soak the fruits in cold water for a day.

The amount of granulated sugar is determined in each case by the recipe used, but on average, in order to maximally soften the astringency of the berry, it should be no less than the most selected and washed berry by weight. The astringency of chokeberry is often successfully masked by adding other berries and fruits, and even nuts to the jam according to the recipe.

And, of course, we must not forget about the thorough sterilization of glass containers and lids, if there is an intention to save the jam for the winter.

Classic Black Rowan Jam

According to the classic recipe, black rowan jam is generally prepared like any other berry jam. But there are a number of nuances that are unique to chokeberry.

You need:

• 1000 g blackberries;
• Xnumx g of granulated sugar;
• 650 ml water.

Manufacture:

1. Black mountain ash is freed from the stalks, washed thoroughly and placed in a deep container.
2. Pour cool water so that the berries are completely hidden under it, and keep at room temperature for a day.
3. Separately, boil a mixture of water and sugar, according to the recipe, until the bulk product is completely dissolved.
4. The chokeberry washed after standing is poured with boiling syrup and left until completely cooled.

   

5. Then they are placed on medium heat, boiled for about 20 minutes, removing the foam, and set to cool again (preferably overnight).
6. Repeat the procedure with cooking the next day and again – every other day.
7. In the last cooking, a pinch of citric acid is added to the berries.
8. The finished jam is packed hot in sterile jars and hermetically sealed.

Aronia jam: a recipe for cooking with mint

Mint will be able to refresh the taste of the finished dish and make it more fragrant. And using this wonderful spicy herb for making jam is very simple. It is only necessary at the stage of the last cooking to add a few coarsely chopped sprigs of peppermint to the workpiece (along with citric acid).

In the process of distributing the jam into containers, the branches are taken out if possible – they have already fully completed their task.

A simple recipe for blackberry jam

Using this recipe, you can make delicious jam from chokeberry, granulated sugar and a little water in one day.

You need:

• 1 kg of black rowan berries;
• 250 ml of water;
• 1,5 kg of sugar.

As a result of the final product, about five jars with a capacity of 0,5 liters will be obtained.

Manufacture:

1. The sorted and washed berries are dipped for 5-6 minutes in boiling water with a head.
2. After that, the mountain ash is passed through a colander and immediately poured with cold water.
3. Syrup is boiled from water and sugar, achieving its complete transparency.
4. Blanched chokeberry is placed in the syrup and evaporated over low heat for about 12-15 minutes.
5. Then the fire is turned off and the container with the future jam is left alone for several hours.
6. Again, heat over high heat until boiling and, reducing the heat, cook for another 10 minutes.
7. After the next 2-3 hour settling, the chokeberry blank is evaporated for the last time for a quarter of an hour and, spreading it into sterile jars, immediately clog it with boiled lids.

Aronia jam with cinnamon

Adding 1,5 tsp at the last stage of preparation will help to diversify and give a piquant taste to the finished jam. cinnamon or 2 sticks per 1 kg of chokeberry.

Five-minute jam from chokeberry

This pretty standard recipe also has its own characteristics in the case of chokeberry. So that five-minute chokeberry jam can be stored without a refrigerator, the recipe provides for mandatory sterilization of the finished product.

You need:

• 950 g of black mountain ash;
• 1200 grams of sugar;
• 300 ml water.

Manufacture:

1. The sorted and washed chokeberry is blanched in boiling water for 4 to 6 minutes, after which it is poured with cold water.
2. The amount of water required by the recipe is heated to a boil, sugar is dissolved in it and boiled until the resulting syrup is completely transparent.
3. Pour prepared chokeberry with hot syrup and leave it overnight (for 10-12 hours).
4. In the morning of the next day, put the jam on a moderate heat, boil for exactly 5 minutes, while removing the foam.

   

5. Then the hot jam is laid out in clean glass containers, covered with steamed lids and placed on a towel or other stand in a wide pot of hot water.
   
   Attention! The water level should reach approximately the shoulders of the jars installed in the pan.
6. Sterilize 0,5 l jars of jam after boiling for 15 minutes.
7. Then they immediately clog.

Delicious black chokeberry jam with nuts

The jam prepared according to this recipe is not only very tasty and healthy, but also extremely satisfying. It can also be used as a complete pie filling.

You need:

• 1500 g chokeberry;
• 1000 g of granulated sugar;
• 250 g of peeled walnuts;
• 500 ml water.

Manufacture:

1. Aronia berries are sorted, washed, poured with a cup of boiling water and left in this form overnight.
2. In the morning, water is poured into a separate container, sugar is added to it and thus syrup is prepared.
3. The nuts are finely chopped with a knife.

   

4. Aronia and chopped nuts are poured into boiling syrup and boiled after boiling for a quarter of an hour.
5. Again, the workpiece is left overnight, and in the morning they boil for another quarter of an hour.
6. Turn off the fire, close the jam with a lid, laying a layer of boiled cotton towels between it and the pan, and after a few hours they lay it out in dry and clean containers and tightly twist it.

Pear jam with chokeberry

By analogy with the previous recipe, they also prepare delicious jam from chokeberries and pears with the addition of walnuts.

You need:

• 700 g chokeberry;
• Xnumx Pears;
• 700 grams of sugar;
• 160 g of peeled nuts (walnuts);
• 200 ml of water;
• 3-4 g of citric acid.

The manufacturing process is completely the same as that described in the previous recipe. Pears are cut into small cubes and poured into syrup along with berries and nuts.

Blackberry and plum jam

Blackberry jam according to the classic recipe is a bit like cherry jam, and if you cook it with plums, then hardly anyone can determine what the dessert is made of.

You need:

• 750 g blackberries;
• 1300 grams of sugar;
• 680 ml of water;
• 450 g of plums.

Manufacture:

1. Plums and chokeberry are washed in several waters.
2. Remove stones from plums, twigs and stalks from mountain ash.
3. Rowan blanch for about 5 minutes in boiling water, take out, cool quickly.
4. To 680 ml of rowan broth add 800 g of sugar and boil until it is completely dissolved.
5. Plums are cut into pieces of a size convenient for the hostess and, together with chokeberry berries, are placed in sugar syrup.

   

6. Boil for 12 minutes, remove the foam, add the remaining amount of granulated sugar (500 g) and, after mixing, leave to cool.
7. After 9-10 hours of infusion, the jam is heated again and boiled until it begins to thicken. This will be approximately 20-30 minutes.
8. On dry and clean jars, the workpiece is laid out after it has cooled. Even using plastic lids, you can safely store this jam in a regular pantry.

How to cook black rowan jam with vanilla

If you add 1,5 g of vanillin (1 sachet) to the jam prepared according to the recipe described above, then it will acquire a very interesting aftertaste.

Aronia and red rowan jam together

Chokeberry and red mountain ash, despite the common name, are not even close relatives. But, despite this, they are perfectly combined in one jam. It should only be borne in mind that red rowan cannot be used fresh in preparations due to the bitterness inherent in berries. However, it is relatively easy to get rid of it – you just need to hold them in the freezer for a few hours.

To prepare a delicious and unusual dish you will need:

• 300 g of red and chokeberry;
• 300 ml of water;
• 1,5-2 g of ground cloves;
• 500 d Sahara.

Manufacture:

1. Red rowan is freed from debris and twigs and placed in the freezer for several hours. It is best to do this at night.
2. It is enough to clear the black mountain ash of debris and rinse thoroughly.
3. The next day, both types of mountain ash are placed in boiling water and boiled for about a quarter of an hour until soft, not forgetting to remove the foam if necessary.
4. The berries are cooled and rubbed through a sieve. Then add granulated sugar and ground cloves to them.
5. The berry mixture is again placed on the fire and after boiling on a slight heating, it is boiled for 15 to 25 minutes until thickening is visible to the eye.
6. They are laid out in dry jars that can be closed with both metal and plastic lids, and even parchment paper.

A quick recipe for chokeberry jam

There is the fastest recipe for making blackberry jam, the entire workflow for which will take no more than half an hour.

You need:

• 500 g of black mountain ash;
• 1000 grams of sugar;
• 120 ml water.

Manufacture:

1. The washed chokeberry is blanched for 7 minutes in boiling water and immediately mashed with a blender.
2. Sugar is added and after boiling the mixture is boiled over low heat for 10 minutes.
3. They are laid out in sterile dishes, hermetically sealed and cooled under a blanket for additional sterilization.

Currant and chokeberry jam

You need:

• 500 g of black mountain ash and currant;
• 1050 d Sahara.

This simple recipe will help you create a delicious, fragrant and very healthy preparation for the winter.

1. Currants and mountain ash are cleaned of twigs and other debris, washed well under running water.
2. Lightly dry on a towel, and then spread in layers in a deep bowl, alternating berries and granulated sugar.
3. Withstand for several hours until the juice is released, gently mix and leave to soak for another 9-10 hours (overnight).
4. Then the berry mixture is placed on fire, heated to a boil and slowly boiled, stirring constantly and waiting for the mixture to begin to thicken.

For this, the following proportions of products are useful:

• 500 g rowan;
• 300 g red currant;
• 250 g black currant;
• 1,2 kg of sugar.

Chokeberry jam with sloes

The turn is the same plum, only wild. And with chokeberry, it also has a color shade in common, and the fruits are almost the same in size.

You need:

• 1 kg of chokeberry;
• 1 kg turn;
• 2 kg of granulated sugar.

Manufacture:

1. The fruits of the blackthorn are washed, freeing from debris, and cut, removing the stone.
2. Chokeberry is traditionally blanched in boiling water.
3. Then both types of fruits are covered with sugar and left for several hours to soak and extract juice.
4. Next, the jam is cooked according to the classical scheme: boil for 10 minutes, cool for several hours. Repeat this process at least 3 times.
5. Hot jam is packaged in glass containers, corked.

Recipe for winter blackberry jam with zucchini

You need:

• 950 g of black rowan berries;
• Xnumx zucchini;
• Xnumx g of granulated sugar;
• 3-4 g of citric acid;
• 2 pods of cinnamon.

Manufacture:

1. Chokeberry is prepared in the traditional way: rinsed, blanched and dried.
2. Zucchini is peeled, cut into pieces of approximately the same size.
3. Berries and vegetables are combined, covered with sugar, mixed and left for a couple of hours.

   

4. Then heated to a boil and boiled for about half an hour. There is practically no foam in this jam.
5. Cinnamon and citric acid are added, cooled and boiled again for about a quarter of an hour.
6. After that, the jam is considered ready.

With an increase in the amount of chokeberry, the jam turns out to be thicker, otherwise a lot of beautiful syrup is formed.

How to cook blackberry jam with cranberries

Jam is prepared according to this recipe in the traditional way, only the number of infusions is reduced to two.

You need:

• 500 g rowan;
• Xnumx C cranberries;
• 600 d Sahara.

Manufacture:

1. The chokeberry is washed, blanched in boiling water for at least 10 minutes.
2. Mixed with peeled cranberries, sprinkled with sugar and set to heat over a small fire.
3. When the juice from the cranberries begins to stand out intensively, the fire is increased and boiled for 5 minutes.
4. The workpiece is completely cooled, after which it is boiled again for about 5 minutes and immediately rolled up, distributing into sterile jars.

Rules for storing chokeberry jam

You can store a healthy treat both in the cellar and in the usual pantry until the next season. One has only to make sure that there are no heating devices and light sources nearby.

Conclusion

Aronia jam can be made using a variety of technologies and using the most unusual additives. They only retouch the slight astringency of the berries and give the finished dish all the variety of flavors.