Indulge in the refreshing and versatile flavors of mint jelly, a culinary gem that adds a burst of minty goodness to a variety of dishes. From the classic combination of mint jelly and lamb to its surprising compatibility with fruit and savory dishes, this condiment offers a unique taste experience. Discover the art of crafting homemade mint jelly with our collection of recipes, ranging from simple and quick preparations to more elaborate variations that incorporate additional fruits and herbs. Explore the versatility of mint jelly as it elevates your culinary creations, whether you're seeking a tangy accompaniment to grilled meats, a zesty glaze for roasted vegetables, or a delightful addition to sweet and savory sauces. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the vibrant and refreshing flavors of homemade mint jelly.
Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!
CANNED MINT JELLY
This easy to make mint jelly is a perfect accompaniment to lamb or as an added surprise to an exotic sandwich. It's even great on toast. By coarsely chopping the mint leaves and using a good abundance of green food coloring, you get a full-flavored resort with a tempting and appetizing color. Bon Appetit!
Provided by Brian E. Nahodil
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Jams and Jellies Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 72
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix the mint, water, vinegar, and sugar together in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat; quickly bring to a boil while stirring. Immediately remove from heat; stir the food coloring and pectin into the mixture. Return the pan to the heat; bring to a full boil for 30 seconds. Immediately remove from heat. Strain the mixture through 2 layers of damp cheesecloth.
- Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the strained liquid into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
- Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat; carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 38.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Sodium 0.3 mg, Sugar 9.7 g
JALAPENO MINT JELLY
My mother sent me a plant that apparently had mint with it and now it has taken over a small part of my flower beds. Looking for something to do with it all I came upon this jelly. This makes a small batch and comes from "Small Batch Canning" by Topp and Howard.
Provided by mary winecoff
Categories Jellies
Time 40m
Yield 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring 1 1/2 cups mint and water to a boil in a small saucepan. When I am in a hurry I do not "finely" chop the mint at this point. Remove from heat, cover and let stand for 30 minutes to steep. Strain through a lined sieve pressing with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible; discard mint.
- Combine mint liquid, sugar, vinegar, lemon juice and peppers in a large stainless steel saucepan. Bring to a full boil over high heat and boil hard for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in pectin and remaining finely chopped mint.
- Ladle into sterilized jars and process in water bath for 5 minutes or pour into jars and invert for 5 minutes. Turn back and you should hear the seals pop close.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 714.2, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 18.9, Carbohydrate 180.9, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 175.3, Protein 1.4
MINT JELLY
One whiff is all it takes to tell what we grow on our farm-peppermint! Harvesting 300 acres is hard work, by the invigorating scent keeps our taste buds tuned for minty treats. I use fresh mint or mint oil frequently in my cooking and baking. Try this aromatic jelly on lamb or oven-fresh biscuits.-Kandy Clarke, Columbia Falls, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield about 6 half-pints.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, bring mint and water to a boil. Boil for 1 minute. Remove from the heat and pour though a fine sieve, reserving mint liquid. Discard leaves. , Return liquid to pan. Add the sugar, vinegar and butter; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Quickly add contents of both pectin pouches; bring to a full rolling boil. Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; skim off foam. Add food coloring. , Carefully ladle into hot sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. head space. Remove air bubbles; wipe rims and adjust lids. Process for 5 minutes in a boiling-water canner. , Or, cool to room temperature, about 1 hour. Cover and let stand overnight or until set, but not longer than 24 hours. Refrigerate or freeze. (Refrigerate for up to 3 weeks or freeze for up to 12 months.)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
MINT JELLY
A traditional mint jelly made from fresh mint.
Provided by HYACINTH
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Jams and Jellies Recipes
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Rinse off the mint leaves, and place them into a large saucepan. Crush with a potato masher or the bottom of a jar or glass. Add water, and bring the mint to a boil. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 10 minutes. Strain, and measure out 1 2/3 cups of the mint.
- Place 1 2/3 cups mint into a saucepan. Stir in the lemon juice and food coloring. Mix in the sugar, and place the pan over high heat. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Once the mixture is boiling, stir in the pectin. Boil the mixture for a full minute while stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and skim foam off the top using a large metal spoon. Transfer the mixture to hot sterile jars, and seal.
- Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2 inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Sodium 0.8 mg, Sugar 21.9 g
LIME MINT JELLY
This holly-green jelly won a Best of Show at the county fair and I was so thrilled. Flavored with lime, it's delicious on roasted meats. -Gloria Jarrett, Loveland, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield 5 half-pints.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine sugar, water and lime juice; add food coloring if desired. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in pectin, mint and lime zest. Continue to boil 1 minute, stirring constantly. , Remove from heat; skim off foam. Ladle hot mixture into five hot half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight. , Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
MINT JELLY
Mint jelly is a classic accompaniment to lamb and is particularly well suited to the simple flavors of Roasted Leg of Lamb.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Yield Makes about 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Blend mint and the water in the jar of a blender until mint is finely chopped. Transfer to a saucepan; bring to a boil. Remove from heat; let steep 45 minutes. Strain mixture through a fine mesh sieve into bowl; reserve liquid (1 3/4 to 2 cups). Discard mint.
- Return liquid to saucepan; add lemon juice and sugar. Bring to a boil; cook 1 minute. Add pectin, and return to a boil; cook 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in food coloring. Skim surface. Transfer to a large container; let cool completely. Cover; let chill overnight. Transfer to a serving dish, or store in refrigerator for up to 5 days.
SURE.JELL® FOR LESS OR NO SUGAR NEEDED RECIPES - MINT JELLY
True: Mint jelly you buy from the store is not as good as what you'll make at home with this SURE.JELL for Less or No Sugar Needed Recipes - Mint Jelly.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 3h15m
Yield Makes about 5 (1-cup) jars or 80 servings, 1 Tbsp. each.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring boiling-water canner, half full with water, to simmer. Wash jars and screw bands in hot soapy water; rinse with warm water. Pour boiling water over flat lids in saucepan off the heat. Let stand in hot water until ready to use. Drain jars well before filling.
- Wash mint leaves and stems. Finely chop or crush mint; place in medium saucepan. Add water. Bring to boil. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 10 min. Place three layers of damp cheesecloth or a jelly bag in large bowl. Pour prepared infusion into cheesecloth. Tie cheesecloth closed; hang and let drip into bowl until dripping stops. Press gently. Measure exactly 4-1/2 cups infusion into 6- or 8-qt. saucepot. (If necessary, add up to 1/2 cup water to get exact measure.) Add food coloring.
- Mix 1/4 cup of the sugar (from the measured amount in bowl) and the pectin in small bowl. Add to infusion in saucepot; mix well. Add butter to reduce foaming. Bring mixture to full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop bubbling when stirred) on high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in remaining 2-3/4 cups sugar. Return to full rolling boil and boil exactly 1 min., stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim off any foam with metal spoon.
- Ladle immediately into prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with two-piece lids. Screw bands tightly. Place jars on elevated rack in canner. Lower rack into canner. (Water must cover jars by 1 to 2 inches. Add boiling water, if necessary.) Cover; bring water to gentle boil. Process 5 min. Remove jars and place upright on a towel to cool completely. After jars cool, check seals by pressing middles of lids with finger. (If lids spring back, lids are not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 30, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 10 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
SURE.JELL® MINT JELLY
You can pass around the mint jelly. Or you can pass around this SURE.JELL Mint Jelly made with fresh mint leaves. (Guess which one will taste better?)
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 1h
Yield Makes about 6 (1-cup) jars or 96 servings, 1 Tbsp. each.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring boiling-water canner, half full with water, to simmer. Wash jars and screw bands in hot soapy water; rinse with warm water. Pour boiling water over flat lids in saucepan off the heat. Let stand in hot water until ready to use. Drain well before filling.
- Wash mint leaves and stems. Finely chop or crush mint. Place in large saucepan; add water. Bring to boil on medium-high heat. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 10 min. Place three layers of damp cheesecloth or jelly bag in large bowl. Pour prepared infusion into cheesecloth. Tie cheesecloth closed, hang and let drip into bowl until dripping stops. Press gently. Measure exactly 4 cups strained infusion into 6- or 8-qt. saucepot. (If necessary, add up to 1/2 cup water for exact measure.) Stir in food coloring.
- Stir pectin into infusion in saucepot. Add butter to reduce foaming. Bring mixture to full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop bubbling when stirred) on high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar. Return to full rolling boil and boil exactly 1 min., stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim off any foam with metal spoon.
- Ladle immediately into prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with two-piece lids. Screw bands tightly. Place jars on elevated rack in canner. Lower rack into canner. (Water must cover jars by 1 to 2 inches. Add boiling water, if necessary.) Cover; bring water to gentle boil. Process 5 min. Remove jars and place upright on towel to cool completely. After jars cool, check seals by pressing middles of lids with finger. (If lids spring back, lids are not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 0 mg, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 10 g, Protein 0 g
FESTIVE MINT JELLY
This festive-looking jelly from Naomi Giddis of Two Buttes, Colorado, can be served with lamb or used as a dessert topping. With its bright-green color, the jelly makes a great gift, too.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 25m
Yield 11 half-pints.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring water and mint to a boil. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 15 minutes. Strain, reserving 3-1/3 cups liquid (discard remaining liquid)., In a Dutch oven, combine sugar, lemon juice, food coloring and reserved liquid. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1 minute. Add pectin; return to a boil. Cook and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes., Skim off foam. Ladle hot liquid into hot half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight. Place jars in canner with simmering water ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
CERTO® MINT JELLY
Water steeped with fresh mint leaves, lemon juice, sugar and pectin are cooked briefly then processed in a canner for jars of refreshing mint jelly.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 3h30m
Yield Makes about 4 (1-cup) jars or 64 servings, 1 tbsp. each.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring boiling-water canner, half full with water, to simmer. Wash jars and screw bands in hot soapy water; rinse with warm water. Pour boiling water over flat lids in saucepan off the heat. Let stand in hot water until ready to use. Drain jars well before filling.
- Wash mint leaves and stems; finely chop or crush. Place in saucepan; add water. Bring to boil. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 10 min. Place three layers of damp cheesecloth or a jelly bag in large bowl. Pour prepared infusion into cheesecloth. Tie cheesecloth closed; hang and let drip into bowl until dripping stops. Press gently.
- Measure exactly 1-3/4 cups prepared infusion into 6- or 8-qt. saucepot. (If needed, add up to 1/2 cup water for exact measure.) Add lemon juice and food coloring. Stir in sugar. Add butter to reduce foaming. Bring mixture to full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop bubbling when stirred) on high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in pectin. Return to full rolling boil and boil exactly 1 min., stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim off any foam with metal spoon.
- Ladle quickly into prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with two-piece lids. Screw bands tightly. Place jars on elevated rack in canner. Lower rack into canner. (Water must cover jars by 1 to 2 inches. Add boiling water, if necessary.) Cover; bring water to gentle boil. Process 5 min. Remove jars and place upright on a towel to cool completely. After jars cool, check seals by pressing middles of lids with finger. (If lids spring back, lids are not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 45, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 0 mg, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 11 g, Protein 0 g
JALAPENO-MINT JELLY
Fresh mint tames the heat of the jalapenos in this sweet-and-spicy jelly. Use it to cut the richness of meats and fishes like salmon and swordfish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 25m
Yield Makes 1 2/3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a saucepan, bring sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, mint, whole jalapenos, and 1 cup water to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar and salt have dissolved. Simmer 1 minute more. Remove from heat; let cool completely. Strain syrup through a sieve, reserving 1 tablespoon mint before discarding solids.
- Meanwhile, in another saucepan, bring vinegar and calcium water to a boil. Remove from heat;stir in minced peppers.
- Whisk pectin into 1/4 cup syrup. Add to vinegar-pepper mixture and return to medium-high heat, stirring until mixture returns to a simmer and pectin dissolves, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat. Stir in remaining mint syrup and reserved mint. Transfer mixture to heatproof resealable jars with lids; let cool completely. Cover and refrigerate until set, at least 4 hours and up to 1 month, or follow our canning instructions and store at room temperature up to 1 year.
Tips:
- Use fresh, young mint leaves for the best flavor.
- Wash the mint leaves thoroughly and pat them dry before using.
- If you don't have a jelly bag, you can use a cheesecloth-lined colander to strain the mint jelly.
- Be careful not to overcook the mint jelly, or it will lose its bright green color.
- Let the mint jelly cool completely before using it.
Conclusion:
Canned mint jelly is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is perfect for adding a refreshing mint flavor to lamb, pork, or chicken. It can also be used as a spread for sandwiches or crackers, or as a topping for desserts. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can make your own canned mint jelly at home. So next time you are looking for a unique and flavorful condiment, give canned mint jelly a try.
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