Super Simple Microwave Tangerine Jam Recipe
Baek Jong-won’s 5-Minute Microwave Tangerine Jam
Hello everyone! This is a recipe for a super simple tangerine jam that can be made in the microwave, featuring tips from Baek Jong-won. Tangerines are a winter fruit, and the ones grown outdoors in Jeju Island are particularly delicious. Good tangerines have thin, firm peels and feel heavy for their size, indicating abundant juice. This jam recipe uses just two main ingredients and a straightforward microwave process, making it incredibly easy. If you’ve ever thought making jam was difficult, give this recipe a try for a quick and delightful tangerine jam!
Ingredients
- 4 tangerines (or 6 small ones, 3-4 large ones)
- 1 cup sugar (standard paper cup measure)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare ripe, yellow tangerines. For the best jam, choose tangerines with thin, firm peels that feel heavy for their size, as these are usually the juiciest.
Step 2
Let’s begin making Baek Jong-won’s super simple microwave tangerine jam. The number of tangerines needed depends on their size: about 6 small ones or 3-4 large ones should be sufficient.
Step 3
The primary ingredient for jam, sugar, is needed in the amount of 1 cup, measured using a standard paper cup.
Step 4
Get a microwave-safe, heat-resistant bowl. Peel the tangerines and separate them into segments. Then, finely chop the segments with scissors. This step might seem a bit tedious, but chopping them finely is important for the jam’s texture. Once chopped, add the 1 cup of sugar over the tangerines.
Step 5
Stir well with a spatula or spoon to combine the tangerines and sugar. The sugar will begin to dissolve as it mixes with the tangerine’s natural juices.
Step 6
Now it’s time to cook the jam using the microwave. Heat on high power (1,000W) for about 5 minutes. Since microwave wattages vary between households, keep an eye on the jam’s consistency and adjust the cooking time as needed. Make sure it doesn’t boil over or burn.
Step 7
Carefully remove the hot jam from the microwave and stir it to prevent the sugar from sticking to the bottom. Let it cool for about 15-20 minutes. Once slightly cooled, transfer the jam into a clean, airtight container and store it in the refrigerator.
Step 8
Your Baek Jong-won style super simple microwave tangerine jam, made with Jeju outdoor tangerines, is now ready! Enjoy its delightful fresh tangerine aroma and sweet-tart flavor.
Step 9
This recipe yields about 3 small jars of delicious tangerine jam. It’s perfect to enjoy with toast, yogurt, or any other favorite treat!
