How to make
Wash the oranges for the jam well. Peel the peel into thin strips, avoiding the white part, which can give off a bitter taste.
Cut the peel into thin strips.
Peel the oranges, remove the white inner part and cut the segments and make sure to remove the seeds.
Soak the saffron threads in 2 tbsp. warm water for about 10-15 minutes to release their aroma and color.
In a pot, combine the water and sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar has completely dissolved.
Add the orange segments, peels and lemon juice.
Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for about 30-40 minutes, by stirring occasionally.
Add the soaked saffron along with the liquid and let the jam boil for another 10 minutes until it thickens.
Drizzle some of the jam onto a cold plate. If the drop holds its shape and is not runny, the jam is ready. If it's too runny, let it boil for a few more minutes.
Pour the hot jam into pre-sterilized jars. Close them tightly and turn them upside down for about 10 minutes to seal them.
This orange jam with saffron has an intense color, incredible taste and superb aroma. And do you know about the beneficial properties of saffron and how to make saffron oil?
