Our small-batch recipe for Fresh Tangerine Marmalade cooks up quickly, and once cooked all you have to do is cap the jar with a lid and keep it in the fridge or even the freezer! I look forward to the citrus harvest each year. Having fresh citrus of all kinds available is one of the bright spots of winter, especially for my husband! And I always make a batch of this tangerine marmalade to enjoy. Delicious on toast, it is also wonderful to add to a batch of cookies or quick bread for a blast on additional flavor.
Winter citrus is here now, we might as well make the best of it!
I often wait until winter to make several of my favorite jams, as many of them also contain citrus. I had come across a simple recipe years ago for a tangerine jam that I knew I wanted to try. So when we picked up the first bag of tangerines for the season I decided to try my hand at this quick and easy to make, Fresh Tangerine Marmalade. And just like that it is all but gone! Which means it is time for another "batch" of this bright and flavored marmalade before tangerine season is gone.
Yes it is delicious on toast, but that is not all!
I love having a jar of Fresh Tangerine Marmalade in the refrigerator because it is an ingredient and called for in my two favorites Welsh Tea Cake and Cherry Raisin Welsh Tea Cake. Citrus peel is full of pectin, so jams and marmalade made from citrus usually need no added pectin. Wondering about the differences between jam and marmalade? I was, so I looked it up, and according to MasterClass.com jam is made with whole fruit, and marmalade is made from citrus. It is as simple as that...any citrus jam is also a marmalade.
This quick-cooking marmalade only calls for five ingredients. Also, it is low in sugar, with the volume of sugar being less than the volume of fruit. By the way, this small-batch Fresh Tangerine Marmalade also makes a great thank you gift, when invited to dinner.
Some additional thoughts for use:
Consider adding a tablespoons or two to a batch of Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, for a delicious burst of citrus flavor!
And we all know that chocolate and orange are delicious together, so add some to your next batch of chocolate chip cookies.
Ditto with the next batch of brownies you make! Orange and chocolate really are wonderful flavor partners.
I plan on using a spoonful in the next bread pudding I bake...
Ingredients needed for this recipe:
- tangerines
- lemon or lime
- sugar
- salt
- honey
- medium-sized sauce-pan
- stirring spoon
- juicer
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- cutting board
- paring knife
- storage container with lid
Fresh Tangerine Marmalade
by the seat of my pants!UPDATED: 12.07.2024
4 large tangerines, or the equivalent of smaller fruit
juice of one lime or one lemon
1/8 t salt
1 c sugar
4 large tangerines, or the equivalent of smaller fruit
juice of one lime or one lemon
1/8 t salt
1 c sugar
1 T honey - don't leave this out
If your tangerines are waxed (and most are, except for homegrown) bring a pan of water to a boil, add the tangerines, simmer 3 to 5 minutes, drain and let cool.
When cool enough to handle , cut in quarters and chop finely in a food processor. If you find a thick core stem and would like to remove it, do so now.
If your tangerines are waxed (and most are, except for homegrown) bring a pan of water to a boil, add the tangerines, simmer 3 to 5 minutes, drain and let cool.
When cool enough to handle , cut in quarters and chop finely in a food processor. If you find a thick core stem and would like to remove it, do so now.
You may also use an old-fashioned hand-crank food and meat grinder, if desired.
If you find some large pieces of rind, and I always do, simply snip them into smaller pieces with a pair of kitchen scissors.
Combine chopped fruit with the remaining ingredients, bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer 18-20 minutes, stirring often to prevent scorching.
Transfer the finished marmalade to a one-pint size jar. Let cool, attach a cap/lid, and store in the refrigerator.
Storage options for Fresh Tangerine Marmalade. Store covered in the refrigerator until consumed. Fresh Tangerine Marmalade is high in natural acid which is a natural preservative. You may store in the freezer for longer periods of time.
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Fresh Tangerine Marmalade
by the seat of my pants!
UPDATED: 12.07.2024
4 large tangerines, or the equivalent of smaller fruit
juice of one lime or one lemon
1/8 t salt
1 c sugar
4 large tangerines, or the equivalent of smaller fruit
juice of one lime or one lemon
1/8 t salt
1 c sugar
1 T honey - don't leave this out
If your tangerines are waxed (and most are, except for homegrown) bring a pan of water to a boil, add tangerines, simmer 3 to 5 minutes, drain and let cool.
When cool enough to handle , cut in quarters and chop finely in a food processor. If you find a thick core stem and would like to remove it, do so now.
You may also use an old-fashioned hand-crank food and meat grinder. If desired.
If you find some large pieces of rind, and I always do, simply snip them into smaller pieces with a pair of kitchen scissors.
Combine chopped fruit with the remaining ingredients, bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer 18-20 minutes, stirring often to prevent scorching.
Transfer the finished marmalade to a one-pint size jar. Let cool, attach a cap/lid, and store in the refrigerator.
Storage options for Fresh Tangerine Marmalade. Store covered in the refrigerator until consumed. Fresh Tangerine Marmalade is high in natural acid which is a natural preservative. You may store in the freezer for longer periods of time.
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I haven't made my own marmalade. This looks lovely! Thanks a bunch for sharing at Fiesta Friday party! I hope to see you next week.
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DeleteWow, this looks so good! I love orange marmalade, and this would be so easy. Visiting from Senior Salon Pit Stop.
ReplyDeleteJennifer, thank you!
DeleteThis is an example of small batch canning at its best. Bernadette, https://newclassicrecipe.com
ReplyDeleteBernadette, I prefer to have a jar of this marmalade year round, this year I hope to get several jars made up for enjoying!
DeleteI like this idea. It would be easy to control the sweetness as I like jams that are more on the tart side.
ReplyDeleteHello, yes it is easy, and for busy times, I love easy recipes!
DeleteThis sounds absolutely delightful!
ReplyDeleteEstelle, thanks so much!
DeleteDelicious, did a lot of jams yonks ago with the kids in the house, but no more, but this small batch and no canning does sound perfect to make.
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Esme, thank you!
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ReplyDeleteEsme, thank you!
DeleteThe Tangerine Marmalade sounds delicious and perfect for my morning treat.
ReplyDeleteEugenia, I agree with you 100%, I love having this in the fridge and on my toast!
DeleteI am crazy for this recipe with the low sugar. I made a small batch with some mandarins yrs ago and it was amazing. I love homemade gifts and give them often. I am such a fan of your recipes.
ReplyDeleteMichelle, thank you so much!
DeleteYour marmalade looks just lovely, and such a good idea to add it to as many biscuits as you can. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHRK, I love the flavor, plus my recipes for Welsh Tea Cakes do call for a spoonful, it only makes sense to cook up a jar each winter. Thanks so much for stopping by, have a great week ahead.
DeleteWow, this looks like something that would go great with chocolate cookies. Thank you for sharin, I bet the smell and taste are wonderful. We'll absolutely give it a try.
ReplyDeleteMariama, I agree!
DeleteI love tangerines, but I've never had tangerine jam. It sounds really easy to make too. Thank you! #MMBC
ReplyDeleteCarol, you will enjoy this bright citrus flavor and it is so easy!
ReplyDeleteI love marmalade and have had tangerine marmalade. It has more brightness. Delicious! Thanks for linking
ReplyDeleteGail, so do I. I love this small batch recipe, with no canning...
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