Name: Tomato & Chilli Jam
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 6 tomatoes (truss or roma); 2 garlic cloves; 100 ml white vinegar; 1 thumbsized piece ginger; 1 cup brown sugar; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp salt; 1-2 red chili (I used 1.5); .5 lemon (juiced)

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This has to be one of the best ALL-PURPOSE condiments to have in the back of the fridge! I make this tomato chilli jam on a bi-weekly basis and good news - it's simple as to prepare!

When I started this blog, other than to make me feel good about myself by having so-called "fans", my goal was to be able to share with you, the reader, some of the things I love to make in my kitchen and on my deck. I type this as I sit on my deck in mid-20-degree heat, a bottle of beer in hand, smelling the sweet aromas coming from my BBQ of applewood chips smoking away adding tons of flavour to my baby back ribs. Anyways, back to the task at hand. That's telling you about this amazing tomato chilli jam that I love almost as much for its versatility as for its yumminess!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

easy to make
keep for ages
super versatile
simple everyday ingredients

If simple and tasty is what you are looking for then it doesn't come any easier than this! Blitz up a few ingredients in your food processor, stick it in a saucepan and watch the glory that is tomato chilli jam come about. Oh, yeah a little heat helps too 😉

tomato chilli jam on a spoon above a saucepan

It doesn't come any easier than that. What's better about this is it will keep for about 1 month in the fridge (if you haven't scoffed it all!). It can be used as a dip for crisps, with a cheese platter, in sandwiches or even with some grilled meat/veggies. It's super versatile!

The Wife's Crisp Obsession!

My wife and her family eat loads of crisps. I think it's because (no offence) nobody has much interest in cooking in the family, although my sister in law Leah has defo been getting into it in more recent years. It's also a sociable thing - as a family, they sit around their kitchen island and demolish a bag of crisps and some sparkling wine whilst catching up on a Sunday evening.

Aware of this tradition, and my wife's resultant crisp addiction. I started thinking about how I could contribute something other than bought crisps or wine. That's when I started working on this tomato chilli jam. Well, to say it was enjoyed would be an understatement. So much so that we always have some on the go in the fridge. It does last about a month but I like to eat it within about 2 weeks for maximum freshness/flavour.

Worryingly for me, my daughter now has a serious obsession with crisps too - or maybe that's all 5-year-olds?

Ingredients Needed

The beauty of this tomato chilli jam - other than its taste and simplicity is the ingredients needed. Everyday pantry ingredients and some fresh tomatoes and chilli and you are on your way!

tomato chilli jam ingredients on a table top

pantry ingredients - vinegar, brown sugar, soy & salt
fresh ingredients - lemon juice tomatoes, red chilli, garlic & ginger

Nothing on this list is out of the ordinary, overly expensive or hard to source. So, my advice is to head to the shops and whip up my tomato chilli jam ASAP!

Making Chilli Jam

It's almost not worth writing about it - it's that simple! The full instructions and measurements are below in the recipe card but here is a quick synopsis on how to make tomato chilli jam.

Gather the ingredients
Blend them all together
Pour into large saucepan
Cook on low heat for 30-45 mins or until it's reduced to a jam like consistency

It's really that simple!

Alternative Dips & Sauces

Inspired by my delicious tomato chilli jam recipe? Then check out these alternative dips and sauce options on my site!

Miso Basil Aioli by Yours Truly

Rocket Walnut Pesto by Yours Truly

Classic Pepper Sauce by Yours Truly

Lets see what exciting creations you guys can come up with after making this jam. Tag me @another_food_blogger or pin me on pinterest.

Happy Cooking & Happy Eating Friends!!