Rose Petal Jam
10 servings
30 minutes
Rose petal jam is an exquisite dessert with a delicate floral aroma. This recipe has roots in European cuisine, where flower jams were valued for their subtle taste and refinement. Rose petals, rich in natural sweetness, reveal their flavor when combined with sugar and a hint of lemon's acidity. The syrup infused with floral essence turns each spoonful of jam into a gastronomic delight. It pairs perfectly with toast, pancakes, or as an accompaniment to desserts, adding a romantic sophistication to them. Rose jam not only pleases the palate but also evokes the feeling of warm summer days filled with the scent of fresh flowers.
1
Remove the petals from red or pink roses (removing the white parts), finely chop them, mix with 1/2 kg of sugar, place in a container, and leave like this for two days.
- Rose petals: 0.5 kg
- Sugar: 1.5 kg
2
Boil syrup from the remaining sugar by adding lemon juice.
- Sugar: 1.5 kg
- Lemon: 0.5 piece
3
Dip candied rose petals in hot syrup and simmer until the syrup is ready.
- Rose petals: 0.5 kg