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An ancestral recipe where every flower counts, as tradition dictates gathering 365 blooms to symbolize the days of the year. This golden jelly, with virtues recognized since traditional Chinese medicine, will delight your palate while supporting your wellness.
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Ingredients
To answer to the multiple requests of our readers there is a recipe for dandelion jam, from my friend and three times world champion of jam making Francis Miot. Dandelion jam is also known as
"Monk's head jelly" :
Ingredients for 1kg (2.2 lb) of fruits
1kg (2.2 lb) Dandelion flower
1.5L (1.6 qt) Water
The juice of 2 orangesThe juice of 2 lemons
1kg (2.2 lb) Granulated sugar
Step-by-step directions
It is said that to get this recipe right, you need 365 dandelion flowers - one for each day of the year...
1 Wash well your flowers, drain them well and sun dry them for a couple of days.
2 In a jam basin, pour the water, add the dandelion flowers and juices. Allow to gently cook for an hour, making sure that the flowers are well immersed.
3 When done, filter the juice through a muslin.
4 In your jam basin put the sugar and 20cl (0.8 cup) of the dandelion juice and cook this syrup to 123' on the sugar thermometer.
5 Then, pour the rest of the dandelion juice and bring to the boil. Cook for 3 minutes, skimming all the foam away.
6 Then, pour in your jars and cover them when lukewarm.
Now your jam is ready. Dandelion jam is known to have lots of virtues. It is good for people with urinary problems.
A chef's advice
This dandelion jelly embodies foraged cuisine, a trend rediscovering our wild resources. Best gathered in spring when flowers display their vibrant yellow, it is prepared during sunny days to benefit from sun-drying. Serve it alongside aged cheeses, particularly Tête de Moine, or spread it on buttered toast at a country breakfast. Its delicate bitterness pairs beautifully with white tea or a lightly sparkling dry white wine. Historically, French farmers used dandelion for its detoxifying virtues, and this recipe perpetuates this lost knowledge. You may offer it during summer terrace meals or preserve it to extend these wild flavors through winter. A simple gastronomic gesture laden with meaning.
Frequently asked questions
Why dry the flowers for 2 days in the sun before cooking?
Drying removes excess moisture and concentrates flavors. It prevents your jelly from staying too liquid and helps you reach proper setting. Spread them flat on cloth, directly in sunlight.
Do I really need a copper pan for this recipe?
Copper conducts heat better and helps reach the proper ball stage (121-123°C). Stainless steel works but less evenly. Use fine, clean muslin for filtering, otherwise you'll trap debris.
How long does dandelion jelly keep once in jars?
Properly sealed and stored away from light, it keeps 1 to 2 years. Check jars are airtight. Once opened, consume within 3-4 weeks in the fridge.
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