Wine jelly is a clear and uniform jam made from any type of wine, thickened with gelatin or pectin, and sweetened with sugar. It can be made easily at home and has a variety of uses in sweet or savory dishes.
Wine jelly is exactly what it sounds like: jelly made from wine. It can use any type of wine – white, red or rose – and it can be sweet, spicy or salty, depending on the ingredients you use. This jelly is available at a number of retailers, but is easy enough to make at home. Unlike other types of jelly, the prep time is minimal and you can have it ready to serve after a few two hours of refrigeration.
In the context of wine jelly, jelly refers to a type of jam or marmalade that is clear and uniform in color and texture. It differs from other types of jam which may include small seeds or pieces of fruit. While most gelatin is made directly from fruit or fruit juice, wine gelatin is unique in that it is made from an already processed fruit product. It can be thickened with gelatin or pectin, a gelatinous substance found naturally in fruits. Sugar is another common ingredient, and additional flavors can come from fruits or spices.
Most recipes simply call for wine, sugar, and pectin or gelatin. The ingredients are boiled and placed in jars. Some wine jelly recipes only require a few hours or overnight of chilling in the refrigerator. However, it can also be sealed in jars and treated in a boiling water bath for five to ten minutes, allowing it to last months on the shelf. Homemade wine jelly can make a great gift, and recipes can easily be adapted to suit personal tastes. Since many recipes call for only a small amount of wine, making jelly is a great way to manage leftovers.
Wine jelly has a variety of uses. It can be used like other preserves, on toast or pancakes, but it can also be used in sweet or savory appetizers or as a condiment for meat dishes. With all types of wine available, the possibilities are virtually limitless.
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