A Taste of Africa - Singita’s Tomato Jam
Singita’s Tomato Jam
Enjoy the taste of summer with Singita's Tomato Jam recipe. This delicious jam captures the flavors of ripe tomatoes, blended with spices and sweetness. Spread it on toast, pair it with cheese, or use it to compliment dishes like gnocchi and asparagus. Each spoonful brings the warmth and richness of Africa to your table, transporting you to sun-drenched landscapes and flavorful culinary traditions.
Singita’s Tomato Jam Recipe
What You Will Need:
2 cups ripe plum tomatoes
2 red onions, finely chopped
2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
5 sprigs of thyme, leaves picked
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
3/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
What To Do:
1. Take your tomatoes and remove the eye (where the fruit comes from the plant) and make an “x” on top of the tomatoes using a sharp knife. You do not want to cut deep into the tomato, you just want to break the skin.
2. Next, place all the tomatoes into a pot of boiling water for 30 seconds. Remove the tomatoes from the pot and place directly into a large bowl of iced water and allow to cool completely.
3. Remove the skin from the tomatoes and roughly chop the peeled tomatoes.
4. Add the olive oil to a medium size pot followed by the onions, garlic and thyme.
5. Sweat the onions, garlic and thyme over a gentle heat for 5 minutes.
6. Next add your tomatoes, brown sugar and vinegar and reduce the heat to a simmer.
7. Cook all of the ingredients for ± 90 minutes, stirring frequently.
8. The tomatoes should have turned slightly translucent by now and have a glossy appearance.
9. Break up roughly with a spoon or purée in a blender, depending on your preferred texture, and then allow to cool. Store in an airtight container.
