Ingredients

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(Makes ~1½ cups)

2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped (you love fresh produce!)
¼ cup sugar-free honey or granulated monk fruit sweetener (you love blood sugar friendly!)
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (you love citrus brightness!)
1 tsp lemon zest
½–1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste—you love spicy!)
Optional: 1 small fresh jalapeño, minced (seeds removed for less heat)
Pinch of salt (use reduced-sodium—you love low-sodium!)

Instructions

1. Simmer:

In a medium saucepan, combine strawberries, sweetener, lemon juice, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, optional jalapeño, and salt.

2. Cook down:

Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until strawberries break down and mixture thickens.

3. Mash or blend:

For chunky jam: Mash with a fork to desired consistency.
For smooth jam: Use an immersion blender for 30 seconds.

4. Cool & store:

Remove from heat. Let cool 10 minutes (jam thickens as it cools). Transfer to a clean jar.

💡 Pro Tips for Perfection:
✅ Use ripe strawberries—sweeter and more flavorful.
✅ Adjust heat level: Start with ½ tsp red pepper flakes; add more after tasting.
✅ Low-sodium mastery (you love this!):
→ Skip added salt; rely on lemon and heat for depth
✅ Blood sugar friendly (you love this!):
→ Sugar-free honey = zero glycemic impact
→ Net carbs: 3g per 2-tbsp serving
✅ Low-carb/keto option (you love this!):
→ Already compliant! <4g net carbs/serving
✅ Make ahead:
→ Keeps 2 weeks refrigerated or 3 months frozen
→ Flavors deepen after 24 hours!

Serving Ideas

→ Spread on gluten-free toast with cream cheese (you love this combo!)
→ Glaze for grilled chicken, pork, or salmon
→ Swirled into Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
→ Topping for cheesecake or ice cream (sugar-free!)
→ Gift in small jars with a spicy kick note!

Prep Time & Nutrition (per 2-tbsp serving):