Do I need to peel and core the tomatoes for this jam?

The recipe notes that peeling and coring are optional; if you don't mind small pieces of skin and seeds in the jam, you can skip these steps.

How long does it take for the tomato jam to thicken?

The jam typically takes 1-2 hours of simmering to reach the desired thick consistency. Stir the pot often to prevent burning.

How can I prevent the jam from burning while simmering?

To prevent burning, stir the sides and bottom of the pot often, especially as the mixture thickens. Also, use a mesh strainer to skim foam from the top.

How should I store the Savory Tomato and Clove Jam?

Once cooled, the jam can be refrigerated for 2-3 weeks or frozen for up to a year. If canning, follow proper canning instructions.

What role do the cloves, star anise, and cinnamon play in this jam?

These spices, particularly the cloves, star anise, and cinnamon stick, infuse the jam with its distinctive savory and aromatic flavor profile, complementing the sweetness of the agave and acidity of the tomatoes.

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Savory Tomato and Clove Jam
[Vegan]

JB By: Jessica Bose

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Savory Tomato and Clove Jam in clear glass jars, showcasing its rich red color and thick consistency, with star anise and cinnamon stick.

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Savory Tomato and Clove Jam [Vegan]

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This savory jam is a wonderful use of tomatoes. It is perfect on a baguette, toast, grilled sandwiches, and for crackers. Feel free to get more creative with it and enjoy the savory flavors!

Ingredients You Need for Savory Tomato and Clove Jam [Vegan]

3 pounds ripe tomatoes, diced (most recipes recommend peeling and coring the seeds out, but if you don't mind small pieces of skin and seeds in the jam then there's no need to)
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup agave, or maple syrup
1 lemon juiced
1 teaspoon cloves
1 star anise
1 cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

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How to Prepare Savory Tomato and Clove Jam [Vegan]

Combine all ingredients into a large pot with a lid. Bring the mixture to a rapid boil for one minute.
Adjust the heat on the stove to a simmer and continue simmering until the mixture thickens into the consistency of jam. This will take 1-2 hours. Every so often, use a mesh strainer to skim the foam from the top of the simmering liquid and stir the sides and the bottom of the pot often to prevent burning the bottom.
Once thickened, immediately spoon into jars. If canning, you can view instructions here. Or simply let the jam in the jars cool and refrigerate for 2-3 weeks or freeze for up to a year.