Blueberry Fennel Jam

INGREDIENTS (Serves: 16)

2 cups blueberries
1 cup granulated sugar
1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
¼ tsp. Ground fennel
2 ends of a lemon

STEPS

1. Add blueberries, granulated sugar, fresh lemon juice, and ground fennel to a saucepan;
2. Cut the ends of one lemon and add to the saucepan as well;
3. Mix well and heat over medium heat;
4. Stir occasionally for 20-25 minutes;
5. The jam is ready when it reaches 220F, or when it is not runny when dropped on a cold plate;
6. Take out the lemon ends and pour the jam into sterilized jars.

TIPS

1. Sterilize your jar by boiling it in hot water for a few minutes.
2. The jam can store for 6 month without opening.
3. Store your jam in dry and cool spot away from sunlight.
4. Once opened, store your jam in a refrigerator

WELLNESS TIPS

1. Blueberry is known for its antioxidant effect and eye benefiting function with its rich anthocyanins content, which is an antioxidant
2. The anthocyanins component in blueberry may also benefit in blood glucose control by increasing insulin sensitivity.
3. Other than that blueberry is high in vitamin C, vitamin K, manganese, and fiber

Recipe adapted from: https://milkandcardamom.com/2021/04/28/blueberry-jam/