I have been wanting to make this rhubarb, strawberry and ginger jam ever since visiting Spiller’s Farm B&B way back in January, where I had it on hot buttered toast for breakfast.
Bursting with magical flavours, it made quite an impression on me and kindly our hosts, Bridget & Keith, were happy for me to share the recipe with you all.
Apparently, out of all their home made jams they sell to visitors, this one is their best seller, so much so that Keith can hardly make enough of it to keep up with demand.
Trust me, once you taste it, you’ll totally understand why!
I’m passing on Bridget’s advice to avoid the tender young rhubarb of early spring as it is far too delicate for preserves, so wait until the stems are good and thick and long. 
So, finally, the rhubarb in my garden has toughened up a bit, the strawberries in the poly tunnel are kicking out bowls of fruit every day, and I was ready to lay down some of this amazing jam in the pantry.
The following recipe made 10 jars, so I think I need to make a few more batches before I’m happy we have enough to last the year!
If you give it a go, do let me know how you get on.
Janie x
PS I’ve recently tried this amazing gooseberry and gin jam from my good friend Claire – It’s fabulous! Do give it a go if you have a glut of gosseberries to use up!
- 1.8 kg rhubarb
- 450 g strawberries
- 1.8 kg granulated sugar
- 150 g fresh root ginger
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Chop the rhubarb into inch pieces, place in preserving pan and simmer.
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Meanwhile, warm the sugar in the oven then add it to the rhubarb.
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While the sugar is dissolving, peel and finely chop ginger (do not crush!)
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Once sugar is dissolved (best way to tell that is that you shouldn't seen any sugar granules on a spoon once its been stirred in the jam), add the ginger and the strawberries.
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Boil on rapid heat for about 15 mins until setting point is reached.
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Place in warm, sterilised jars and seal immediately. Job done!
Bintu @ Recipes From A Pantry says
I tried strawberry and ginger jam – and it did not quite work for me but I think the addition of Rhubarb would be fab.
Jane Sarchet says
Was it the flavour that didn’t work Bintu, or did it not set properly?
Janie x
Bintu @ Recipes From A Pantry says
I meant to say that I needed to throw my recipe out and make this one. Been making spiced rhubarb chutney last weekend and I think the ginger and rhubarb work really well together. Pressed enter before I finished my previous comment.
Sylvia says
I’m not a big fan of ginger solo, but with something as tasty as rhubarb and strawberries it must taste superb! I have to buy some rhubarb soon, my Mum cake with rhubarb needs a place on the blog :D xx
Jane Sarchet says
Oooh, I’ll be keeping an eye out for that one Sylvia!
Janie x
Louisa Foti says
Oh YUMMY!!! I’ve never made rhubarb jam but that sounds truly sublime with strawberries and all that ginger. Want to make some NOW!!!
Jane Sarchet says
Haha, steady on girl! :D
Janie x
Karen says
YES PLEASE! What a LOVELY combo of tastes and textures for jam, lovely!
Jane Sarchet says
Ha! I originally intended this jam recipe to grace the pages of last months Tea Time Treats, but what with flu and strawberries that were still few and far between it just wasn’t to be. Better late than never right? :)
Janie x
Choclette says
Oh Janie, you have strawberries already? I am swooning at the very thought. Rhubarb and ginger and rhubarb and strawberries are both good flavour pairings, so why not have all three. I suspect I would very much like this jam.
Jane Sarchet says
We have LOADS Choccy, I’m picking a large bowl every two days. Yesterdays batch went in the freezer for winter crumbles, need to make some plain strawberry jam next. YUM!
Janie x
Kate - gluten free alchemist says
This sounds an incredible flavour combination! And such a beautiful colour. Thank Bridget and Keith for allowing it to be shared! Bookmarked!
Jane Sarchet says
Absolutely, knowing the reputation this jam has among their guests I was chuffed when they agreed to share!
Janie x
Glamorous Glutton says
Sounds like a fab jam, I’ve had rhubarb and ginger, but I bet that addition of strawberries makes all the difference. GG
Jane Sarchet says
The three do work rather well together GG :)
Janie x
London Unattached Lifestyle and Travel says
I’ve made strawberry and rhubarb jam. It’s actually a nice easy one because the rhubarb helps the set. Ginger sounds like a great addition!
Jane Sarchet says
Yes, it is great mix Fiona and wakes early morning taste buds up a treat!
Janie x
Franglais kitchen, Nazima says
Rhubarb is only something I have grown to like in my adult years – and ginger is of course a perfect spice to go with it, though have recently tried out a version with cinnamon and cardamom and can report that this is now my new favourite conserve! will try your version out when my current batch runs out Jane!
Jane Sarchet says
Ooh heck, that sound sounds gorgeous Nazima!
Janie x
Simone says
Ok, you’ve convinced me that I need to be making this straight away. The combination sounds just about perfect!
Jane Sarchet says
Simone, you’re going to LOVE it :)
Janie x
Janice says
That sounds so tasty. I love rhubarb and ginger jam but have never tried it with strawberries, it sounds delicious. Thank you for joining me and Karen for the Great British Rhubarb Recipe Round Up.
Jane Sarchet says
My pleasure Janice, it’s a great round up theme and one I’ll definitely be keeping an eye for future rhubarby inspiration!
Janie x
Jeanette says
Hi Janie,
I am wondering if you add water and if you do, how much? I am looking forward to trying this recipe, I live in Australia and we have our fruit ready.
Regards
Jeanette
Jane Sarchet says
Morning Jeanette and a belated Merry Crimbo! It has been a looong time since I last made this jam but as far as I know the recipe is spot on as it is written. There is quite a lot of moisture in the fruits, but if you have a problem please do let me know.
Janie x
Bronwyn says
I went strawberry picking with my children yesterday and we picked the rhubarb today. My home is currently filled with the aroma of your jam and I think I’m going to bake scones after this to try it out. Smells SO good! Thanks for the lovely recipe!
Jane Sarchet says
Aww, that’s fantastic news! Bronwyn I hope you enjoy it :)
Janie x