Pomelo Honey Jam

Pomelo Honey Jam is a fragrant, lightly sweetened preserve made from fresh pomelo and golden honey — a beautiful way to enjoy the bright citrus flavor of this unique fruit. In Taiwan, pomelo season begins around the Mid-Autumn Festival, when the fruit is commonly given as a gift symbolizing blessings and good fortune.

Pomelo has a delicate bitterness that pairs perfectly with honey, creating a sophisticated jam that’s not too sweet. It’s perfect for spreading on toast, stirring into hot tea, or even using in sparkling drinks for a refreshing twist.

If you’re looking to try a homemade jam that’s outside the ordinary strawberry or raspberry options, this pomelo honey jam is a citrusy surprise that adds both flavor and tradition to your table.

Servings 1 jar (16 oz/500 ml)

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 50

Resting Time 30

Total Time 1 30

Equipment

Pot
Peeler
Canning Jar (1 Jar, 16 oz or 500ml, for store)

Ingredients

650 g pomelo (for a yield of about 350 g of peel)
300 g crystal sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp honey
3 tbsp water

Instructions

Sterilizing and canning the jar with the boiling-water method. Put a jar and lid in boiling water for 1 minute. Place them to cool for ladle the jam.
Wash and scrub the pomelo peel with salt and water. Use a peeler to peel the rind without pith (the thick, white part). Place aside.
Use a knife to cut off a circle at the head and bottom of the pomelo. Then cut it in half from the middle and cut from the center to the periphery. You can remove it more easily.
Slice the rind into thin strips and scald strips in boiling water for a short time. Blanch them two times. Place aside.
Add the crystal sugar and water in a pan over medium heat. Bring to boil. Add the pomelo pulp and cook for 3 minutes. Transfer to a pot and continue to cook over low heat for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, add lemon juice, honey, pomelo rind, and continue to cook for 20 minutes until thickened. Remove from the heat. (Pulp and rind become soft and tender. It can take up more than 20 minutes, depending on your pot and stove.)
Pour into a sterilized jar and cool completely before storage.
Finish the Pemelo Honey Jam. Finish and enjoy