Redcurrant and Mint Jelly

A classic condiment for lamb made by boiling redcurrants and mint, straining overnight, and setting with sugar and lemon.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1115 kcals 2230 kcals
Carbohydrates 273.8 grams 547.5 grams
Fat 0.5 grams 1 grams
Protein 3.5 grams 7 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
2 jars
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
500
g
Fruits
500
g
Redcurrants
washed, stalks attached
0.5
piece
Lemon
juice only
NutsSeeds
1
sprig
Mint
whole sprig
7.5
leaves
Mint
finely chopped

Steps

  • Boil washed redcurrants with 500ml water and a mint sprig in a preserving pan.
  • Stir and press the redcurrants to break down the fruit.
  • Pour juice through a jelly bag into a bowl and leave to drip overnight.
  • Transfer collected juice to a preserving pan with sugar and lemon juice.
  • Chill a plate in the freezer for testing setting point.
  • Cook over gentle heat until the sugar has dissolved.
  • Boil rapidly for 10-15 minutes until setting point is reached on the cold plate.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the chopped mint leaves.
  • Cool slightly and pour into sterilised jars.
  • Seal the jars with lids and label them.