Blueberry jelly
6 servings
60 minutes
Blueberry jelly is a delightful treat of Russian cuisine that captures the full depth of ripe blueberry flavor. Its history traces back to traditional recipes of berry desserts famous in the northern regions of Russia. The delicate consistency of the jelly, combining a light tartness and sweetness, makes it an ideal accompaniment to morning toasts, desserts, and festive treats. Thanks to pectin, the jelly acquires a dense texture, and its rich aroma transports us to summer forests filled with fresh berries. This is not just a dessert — it is a piece of Russian gastronomic culture that delights with its taste and simplicity of preparation.
1
Place the berries in a saucepan and lightly crush them.
- Blueberry: 6 glasss
2
Pour in water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover partially, and simmer for 45 minutes.
- Water: 4 glasss
3
Strain to get 6 glasses of juice.
- Blueberry: 6 glasss
4
Pour the juice into a saucepan, add sugar, and bring to a boil, stirring, over high heat until the sugar dissolves.
- Sugar: 12 glasss
5
Add pectin and cook, stirring, for another minute.
- Liquid fruit pectin: 90 ml
6
Remove the foam and pour into molds. Let it set.