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Asian Plum Sauce For Canning Recipe

Elevate your Asian cuisine with this vibrant, sweet and sour plum sauce! Perfect for dipping spring rolls, egg rolls, dumplings, and more, this homemade condiment is bursting with flavor. Made with sweet tart plums, ginger, chilies, and a touch of sugar and vinegar, this canning recipe ensures you always have a delicious sauce on hand. Ideal for adding zing to roast duck, chicken, pork, noodles, and even deep-fried tofu. Get ready to impress your taste buds!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 120 mins
Calories 520.4 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 2.8 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asian Plum Sauce For Canning

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How to Make Asian Plum Sauce For Canning

  1. Combine 2 lbs ripe plums, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup white vinegar, 1/4 cup finely minced ginger, and 2-4 Thai chilies (adjust to your spice preference), in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 1-1.5 hours, or until the sauce has thickened considerably and reaches 215°F (102°C) on a candy thermometer. This ensures proper preservation.
  4. While the sauce simmers, sterilize your canning jars and lids in boiling water for at least 10 minutes.
  5. Carefully ladle the hot plum sauce into the sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace at the top.
  6. Wipe the rims of the jars clean with a damp cloth. Place lids and rings on the jars, tightening fingertip tight.
  7. Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes, ensuring the jars are completely submerged.
  8. Carefully remove the jars from the water bath and let them cool completely on a towel-lined surface, undisturbed, for 24 hours. You should hear a satisfying ‘pop’ as the jars seal.
  9. Once cooled, check the seals by pressing down on the center of each lid. If the lid doesn't flex, it's sealed. Remove rings and wipe jars clean.
  10. Label your jars with the date and store in a cool, dark, and dry place for up to 1 year.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

497g

Fat

0g

Carbs

43g

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