If you’re reading this, we’re guessing you’re into your hot sauces? Have you tried chilli jam before? If you’re not sure exactly what it is, or you want to find out more, keep reading!
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What is Chilli Jam?
A chilli jam is essentially just another type of hot or chilli sauce, but there are some characteristics that make them different from taste, to texture and more (read our article on what makes chilli jam and chilli sauce different).
What Does Chilli Jam Taste Like?
In taste, a jam is typically sweeter than a traditional hot sauce which comes from the sugar in the recipe. That sweetness is something that makes chilli jam such a versatile condiment, perfect with pizza, a cheeseboard and even a bacon sandwich. These are our top 6 ways to use chilli jam.
We describe our Scotch Bonnet Chilli Jam as sweet, spicy, and savoury. The recipe features charred, fruity scotch bonnet peppers and tomato which gives it a smoky, savoury note, offsetting the sweetness.
How Spicy is Chilli Jam?
As with any chilli sauce, the heat level depends on what ingredients are in the recipe. Specifically, the type and amount of chilli used. Generally, they’re created with balance in mind and the focus of a chilli jam is not all-out heat.
How to Use Chilli Jam
A good, sweet chilli jam is such a versatile sauce. You may be thinking “how do I use a chilli jam?”, but trust us, the options are endless.
- Catch our recommendations below or check out our ‘Hot & Spicy recipes’, some of which feature our Scotch Bonnet Chilli Jam.
- With fried chicken.
- In a sandwich, especially a grilled cheese sandwich.
- Alongside a cheeseboard.
- In a bacon sandwich.
- In a tortilla wrap with halloumi or chicken.
- Drizzled over pizza instead of hot honey.
- Stirred into a Bolognese or chilli for some sweet heat.
Origins of Chilli Jam
Chilli jam's origin story is a bit of a mystery, unlike its more famous cousins like sriracha or buffalo sauce. Some sources suggest it might have sprung from a Thai sweet and spicy chilli paste called nam prik pao, known for adding a burst of flavour to Thai cuisine. Now, this versatile condiment is a global sensation, especially beloved in the UK for its sweet twist on classic hot sauces. Whether you’re dipping, spreading, or drizzling, chilli jam adds a delicious kick to dishes around the world! 🌶️🔥
Frequently Asked Questions
How Hot is Your Scotch Bonnet Chilli Jam?
It’s pretty hot, as it features fiery scotch bonnet chillies. But it’s also very sweet and has subtle smoky notes which mellow it out somewhat. We’ve ranked it as ‘Hot’ on our scale of ‘mild’ to ‘extremely hot’. If you’re looking for a milder chilli jam, try our Amarillo Chilli Jam which is super fruity.
Is Chilli Jam Vegan?
That depends on the ingredients, both our chilli jams are vegan.
