This Keto Lemon Jam is a very delicious, tasty, and tangy jam without the additional sugar or carbs. This lemon jam has the perfect taste of tartness and sweetness. This lemon jam is low in carbs, and it is made with lemon juice, lemon zest, & keto-friendly sweeteners like Erythritol or Allulose. This jam is prepared very quickly and simply, and it just requires a little xanthan gum to thicken the consistency of the jam. We can have this Keto Lemon Jam with the keto bread toast, add in Greek yogurt, or as a topping for keto pancakes. This lemon jam is made with the keto sweetener and hence doesn’t contain any sugar or preservatives, so it is good for diabetic people, low-carb diets, and the keto diet. This jam has a smooth and spreadable texture and a strong and aromatic flavor.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
STATS:
- Calories: 8 kcal per spoon
- Prep time: Ten mints.
- Cook time: 20–25 mints.
- Total time: 30–35 mints.
- Serving size: 1 tablespoon
- Servings: 12–16
- Cuisine: American
- Course: Condiment
- Diet: Keto, Gluten-Free, Low-Carb
EQUIPMENT:
- Saucepan
- Grater
- Spatula
- Seal jar
- Whisk
INGREDIENTS:
- 3 lemons
- ½ cup Allulose
- ½ cup water
- ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Salt
INGREDIENTS NOTES:
FRESH LEMON:
- We have to use the fresh lemon for the juice and the zest and zest provide the essential oils and fresh color, flavor, and taste and we have to use the organic lemon and avoid using the wax lemon.
KETO SWEETENER:
- Keto-friendly sweeteners like Allulose or Erythritol are utilized to make the keto jam in place of sugar; we have to use the Allulose to make the jam, as it doesn’t crystallize and avoid using the Erythritol as it crystallizes with time.
WATER:
- Water aids in thinning the mixture and ensures that the jam cooks through without scorching.
XANTHAN GUM:
- Xanthan gum is added to thicken the consistency of the jam and it also helps to make the jam spreadable jam.
VANILLA EXTRACT:
- We can also add the vanilla extract to the jam to add warmth and depth in the jam and it also balances the tartness in the jam but it is optional to add the vanilla essence.
SALT:
- We can add salt to this lemon jam it helps to balance the sweetness, and the tartness.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTION:
- We can grate the zest and squeeze the juice of the three lemons which should be about 1/3 cup of lemon juice.
- Now we can add the Erythritol, lemon juice, water, and lemon zest on moderate flame and boil the jam mix.
- We can simmer the mixture for 10 to 15 minutes on low heat, or till it gets slightly reduced.
- Then we can add the xanthan gum thicken the jam for 5 minutes and stir the jam continuously till it reaches the desired consistency.
- We can take the jam off the heat cool down the jam and add it to the jar.
TIPS:
- We have to properly cool the jam to determine whether more thickener is necessary as the xanthan gum solidifies with time.
- You have to mix the xanthan gum first with the cold water then add in the jam to avoid clumping.
- We can use the Meyer lemons for the sweeter and less sour taste.
- You can also blend the jam before cooling to make the smooth jam.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- We have to put the lemon jam in a sealed jar and store the jam for 2 weeks.
FREEZER:
- We have to put the lemon jam in a sealed jar and store the jam for 3 months.
FAQs:
Is this lemon jam low in carbs and calories?
- This lemon jam is low in carbs as well as in calories also and it contains just 8 kcal and 0.5g net acrbs per portion.
Is this lemon jam safe for the canning purpose?
- This lemon jam doesn’t contain any preservatives so it is not safe for canning purposes.
Can I use the chia seeds as a substitute for xanthan gum?
- We can use one tablespoon of chia seeds as a substitute for xanthan gum to thicken the consistency of the lemon jam.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 8 kcal per spoon
Total Carbs: 1.2g
Net Carbs: 0.5g
Fiber: 0.7g
Protein: 0g
Fat: 0g
Potassium: 20 mg
Sodium: 1 mg