Banana ginger jam. I like banana bread as much as the next person. In fact, I've been known to buys bananas solely for that purpose rather than wait for some to go uneaten.
That said, I do get tired of making banana bread, even though there are literally thousands of recipes for it. So, when I saw this recipe for banana jam, I thought it would be a marvelous new way to use some very ripe bananas (plus some I've had in the freezer for ages).
This stuff is shockingly good! I love the flavor of bananas, and when I first tasted this jam, I could swear I was eating some banana pudding. The ginger imparts a little spiciness and chewiness (since it was candied). Though the banana flavor is strong, the vanilla bean paste comes through wonderfully and gives the whole thing a nice balance.
Wondering about my vanilla bean paste? I've wanted to try it for years, and I finally received a bottle from Nielsen-Massey to review. Their Pure Vanilla Bean Paste is essentially their vanilla extract plus the addition of real beans from the vanilla pod. The flavor profile is a classic, rich vanilla taste, and you can't discount the awesomeness of those lovely black flecks!
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Banana Jammer
(printable recipe)
Based on this recipe
Makes about 3 cups
Ingredients:
Combine the mashed bananas and sugars in a medium pot.
Set over medium-low heat and bring to a simmer.
Add the candied ginger, lime juice, water, and salt.
Continue to cook at a steady simmer for 10-20 minutes, until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla bean paste.
Spoon the hot jam into jars, then either sterilize or seal with a lid and keep in the fridge.
(printable recipe)
Based on this recipe
Makes about 3 cups
Ingredients:
- 6 large very ripe bananas (2 to 2-1/2 cups mashed)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup candied ginger, chopped
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons Nielsen-Massey Pure Vanilla Bean Paste
Combine the mashed bananas and sugars in a medium pot.
Set over medium-low heat and bring to a simmer.
Add the candied ginger, lime juice, water, and salt.
Continue to cook at a steady simmer for 10-20 minutes, until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla bean paste.
Spoon the hot jam into jars, then either sterilize or seal with a lid and keep in the fridge.
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39 comments:
I buy bananas also for making banana bread :-)) This is another great recipe to try my overripe bananas, Grace.
I would never have thought of Banana jam... can't wait to try it, just bought some VERY ripe bananas yesterday.:)
I love their vanilla bean paste. I've never had banana jam and now I want it! YUM.
I love trying new things and this banana ginger jam sounds absolutely scrumptious. One problem,though, not sure where I can get the vanilla bean paste in this part of Canada. What could I substitute for it? Thanks.
I am definitely Team Vanilla! I like it much more than chocolate in just about everything.
I'm definitely on Team chocolate all the way..esp dark chocolate! I've never tried vanilla bean paste..always use vanilla extract in baked goods.That banana jam..yum!
I reckon besides banana bread this would be my top pick for Bananas (which I only buy to cook with)
@Patricia: You can just use vanilla extract instead! It's a direct substitution. :)
Sounds delicious and perfect for ripe bananas!
I love the sound of the banana and lime together in this, delicious!
I love vanilla bean paste but it is so hard to find, and my amazon order keeps selling out
Gotta go with chocolate, 99% of the time! I prefer dark chocolate over milk.
Hard to say... but I will go with vanilla as it smells sooo good
Banana bread is always a treat, but what does it for me in this recipe is the use of candied ginger, I put that in some gingersnaps I baked before Christmas and they were unbelievably good. I will keep this recipe in mind for the next time I make banana bread.
im team vanilla hands down
I love the idea of banana jam, what a great idea. I usually make banana bread with older bananas.
Who would of thought of making banana jam- Fabulous idea. I have never thought of doing anything else with bananas other than eating them and making banana bread. I am on team vanilla :-)
Velva
Banana jam, what a cool idea! You had me at candied ginger but then the vanilla bean paste too, swoon. I bet it would taste fantastic swirled into some Greek yogurt :)
I'd have to say the vanilla, i'm a total vanilla girl.
I was chocolate forever, and recently converted to vanilla.
Oh that;s a tough one. it depends on the day, the food, the situation and my mood.. I'm team both
I am team chocolate but for certain things I stick to vanilla.
I am definitely team chocolate but my husband is team vanilla, so I make more vanilla stuff to keep his sweet tooth satisfied.
I think you can make the case for both vanilla and chocolate. Vanilla wins the scent debate hands down, but for overall flavor, I think I give the edge to chocolate.
Vanilla!
I'm on Team Chocolate!
Team Chocolate.
Team Vanilla
Ahhhh, so hard to pick a team but I’d say team vanilla juuust edges out team chocolate for me. :) This banana jammer recipe looks amazing, I gotta try it!
Team vanilla for me.
What a great idea Grace! I'll bet if I put this on my homemade wheat bread I could tell myself it was just like banana bread! I loved my vanilla paste from Nielsen-Massey too!
That's me above Grace--missed the checkbox and it cleared out my name ;-)
Wow, I've never heard of banana jam and it does look delicious! I'm sorry I missed a chance at your give away for the vanilla bean paste, but it sounds like a great product. I'll have to try it!
Banana JAM? That sounds incredible! Who needs banana bread when you can just make jam and spread it on regular bread? :)
Well, I guess I am to late for the contest! But, this jam.... I am intrigued. I bet the aroma is absolutely lovely, too!
The food 52 recipe looks exactly like one from a famous banana place called The Big Banana in Australia! I like your addition of ginger though.
Now this looks like something new and fun to spread on my usual morning toast. If it has ginger, too, all the better! ;)
What a creative idea to use bananas in a jam! It looks delicious.
I always buy extra bananas for banana bread, but next time I am making this jam. OMG, this sounds amazing!
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