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Frog Jam Recipe

Frog Jam Recipe

This Frog Jam Recipe is a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy homemade jam made with figs, raspberries, orange, and ginger. I love how balanced and flavorful it is, perfect for toast, cheese boards, or glazing meats.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Fresh figs Chopped stems removed
  • 2 cups Raspberries Fresh or frozen
  • 1 large Orange Zest + ½ cup juice
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh ginger Finely grated
  • 4 cups Granulated sugar Adjust slightly to taste
  • 1 packet Fruit pectin 50–55 grams
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • ½ cup Water Helps cooking start

Equipment

  • 1 Large heavy pot Prevents burning
  • 1 Wooden spoon For constant stirring
  • 1 Measuring cup set Accurate measurements
  • 1 Ladle Filling jars
  • 5 Glass jars with lids Sterilized
  • 1 Cutting board Fruit prep
  • 1 Sharp knife Easier chopping

Method
 

Step 1:
  1. Wash all fruits well. Remove fig stems and chop them into small pieces. Zest the orange first, then juice it. Finely grate the fresh ginger.
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Step 2:
  1. Add figs, raspberries, orange juice, orange zest, ginger, lemon juice, and water to a large heavy pot. Stir gently to combine.
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Step 3:
  1. Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring often so it doesn’t stick.
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Step 4:
  1. Slowly add the sugar while stirring until fully dissolved.
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Step 5:
  1. Add the fruit pectin and stir well to avoid lumps. Bring the jam to a rolling boil and cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring frequently, until thick and glossy.
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Step 6:
  1. Test the jam by placing a spoonful on a cold plate. If it wrinkles slightly when pushed, it’s ready.
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Step 7:
  1. Remove from heat and ladle hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving about ¼ inch headspace. Wipe rims, add lids, and tighten gently.
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Step 8:
  1. Let jars cool completely at room temperature until sealed, then store properly.
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Notes

I always let the jam cool fully before judging thickness since it firms up as it rests. If it feels slightly loose, it still works beautifully as a glaze or sauce. Once opened, I keep it refrigerated and use it within a few weeks.