27 Mar Jamun ketchup
Jamun ketchup is a unique, tangy-sweet potassium,iron rich condiment made from fresh jamun (Indian blackberry). Known for its deep purple color and slightly astringent taste, jamun transforms beautifully into a rich, flavorful ketchup. This recipe balances the fruit’s natural tartness with jaggery and spices, making it a perfect accompaniment for snacks like samosas, pakoras, sandwiches, or even as a spread. Diabetics delight, it’s also packed with antioxidants and is especially popular during the summer jamun season.
Also
Jamun contains anthocyanins that support immunity and skin health
Jaggery provides iron and minerals unlike refined sugar
Fresh coriander, cumin help digestion
Low fat: Virtually fat-free condiment
Ingredients
2 cups ripe jamun (washed and deseeded)
½ cup jaggery (adjust to taste)
6 to 7 dried red chillies
few coriander sprigs
½ tsp roasted cumin powder
2 table spoons fresh or dry grated coconut
1/2 lemon sized tamarind ball
Salt to taste
½ cup water as needed to adjust required consistency
COOK TIME
25 minutes
CALORIES
350 kcal
PROTEIN
2-3 g
FIBER
6-8 g
CARBOHYDRATES
80-90 g
SERVES
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Instructions
Deseed the jamun:
Wash and deseed the jamuns.
Blend:
In a mixer jar add all the ingredients to make a smooth paste.
Cook the ketchup:
Pour the puree back into the pan and cook till thick.
Cool & store:
Let it cool completely and store in a clean glass bottle in the refrigerator.🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve with pakoras, cutlets, or samosas
Use as a sandwich or wrap spread
Pair with cheese platters for a fruity twist
Video tutorial
Notes
📊 Approximate Nutrition (for full batch)
(Made using: 2 cups jamun + ½ cup jaggery + spices)
Calories: ~320–350 kcal
Carbohydrates: ~80–90 g
Natural Sugars: ~65–75 g
Fiber: ~6–8 g
Protein: ~2–3 g
Fat: ~0.5 g
Iron: ~3–4 mg
Potassium: ~350–450 mg
💡 Tips
Adjust jaggery based on how sour your jamun is
Add a pinch of cinnamon or clove powder for extra depth
Keeps well in the fridge for 2–3 weeks
🌿 Health Highlights
⚠️ Things to Keep in Mind
Even with jaggery, it is moderately high in natural sugars, so portion control is important
Suitable for occasional use in diabetic diets (in small quantities only)
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