Naturally Sweetened Strawberry Flax Jam: Simple Vegan Recipe 🌱❤️😋
ingredients:
2 cups (about 300g) fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled and roughly chopped
2 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp ground flaxseed (flax meal)
1-2 tbsp lemon juice (to taste)
Sweetener to taste (optional): 1-2 tbsp maple syrup, agave, or a few drops of stevia
1-2 tbsp water (optional, only if needed to thin)
directions:
1. Combine the chopped strawberries and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat.
2. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-12 minutes, until the strawberries have broken down, become soft, and released their juices. Mash them gently with a fork or potato masher to your desired consistency (chunky or smooth).
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the chia seeds and ground flaxseed. If using optional sweetener, add it now.
4. Stir everything very well. Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. The chia and flax seeds will absorb the liquid and thicken the jam considerably.
5. If the jam is thicker than you'd like, stir in 1 tablespoon of water at a time until it reaches your preferred consistency.
6. Taste the jam and adjust sweetness or add more lemon juice if desired.
7. Once thickened and cooled slightly, transfer the jam to a clean jar or airtight container.
8. Let it cool completely, then cover and store in the refrigerator. The jam will continue to thicken as it chills. Use within 1-2 weeks.
Recipe Information:
Preparation Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes (+ cooling time) | Calories per Serving: approx. 15-25 per tbsp | Number of Servings: Makes about 1.5 cups
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