"Indulge in the enchanting floral notes of homemade rose petal jam, a beloved Lebanese delicacy. This simple recipe transforms fresh, fragrant rose petals into a glossy, aromatic preserve using just sugar, lemon juice, and rose water. Perfect for spreading on scones, filling pastries, or pairing with cheese boards."
🥗 Ingredients (5 items)
Method 3 Steps
- 1
This jam is simple to make. Start by washing the petals, then drain them in a colander. If using wild rose petals, check for bugs while washing.
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Next, thoroughly combine the petals with the sugar, then let the mixture sit for a few hours or, ideally, overnight.
- 3
Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the rose petal mixture and lemon juice. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then reduce the heat and simmer until the jam thickens, about 30 minutes. Add the rose water just before removing from the heat. Transfer to sterilized jars. Once cooled, store preferably in the refrigerator.
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