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Blood Orange Marmalade

A vibrant and delicious Blood Orange Marmalade that adds a burst of flavor to any meal.
Prep Time 1 day
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 day 30 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Breakfast, Condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Citrus Ingredients
  • 2 cups Blood Orange peel Avoid the pith.
  • 1 cup Lemon peel Ensure they are juicy and aromatic.
  • 4 pieces Blood Oranges The star of your dish; substitute with regular oranges for a milder flavor.
  • 2 pieces Lemons To balance the sweetness.
Cooking Components
  • 4 cups Water Helps to hydrate the mixture.
  • 3/4 - 1 cups Sugar Essential for sweetening; can substitute with honey for a twist.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Use a carrot peeler to take a thin layer of peel off the blood oranges and lemons. Aim for 2 cups of blood orange peel and 1 cup of lemon peel.
  2. Slice the fruit and remove the seeds. Set aside any pith that comes off the fruit.
  3. Wrap the pith and seeds in cheesecloth and secure tightly.
  4. Use a food processor to break down the oranges and lemons until in small bits.
  5. Place the water, processed fruit, peels, and cheesecloth bundle into a large pot. Let this mixture sit overnight (not refrigerated).
Cooking
  1. On the second day, bring the fruit mixture to a boil. Cook for 20-30 minutes until tender. Discard the cheesecloth bundle afterward.
  2. Measure the fruit and liquid. For each cup of fruit mixture, add 3/4 - 1 cup sugar.
  3. Bring to a boil again and stir until the sugar dissolves. Continue stirring as it reaches gelling point.
  4. Perform a gel test by placing a tablespoon on a cold plate. If it wrinkles when pushed, it’s ready.
  5. Ladle hot marmalade into prepared jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Can it using a boiling-water canner, or refrigerate if you prefer not to seal.

Notes

Allowing the mixture to sit overnight ensures well-balanced flavors. Use zest for a bolder flavor. If smoother marmalade is desired, blend the mixture after cooking.