1cuprhubarbtrim off ends and peel skin, chopped into small pieces
2cupsraspberriesfrozen work great
3tablespoonschia seeds, white
1/3cupdates, pittedchopped
1tablespoonorange, zest
1/2cuporange juice, fresh
1/2teaspoonCinnamon, ground
1/2 teaspooncardamon powder
pinchnatural salt
Instructions
In a medium sized sauce pan combine rhubarb, raspberries, dates, orange zest, orange juice, cinnamon, cardamon and salt. Bring to a boil, turn down to a simmer and cover.
Cook rhubarb for 10-12 minutes until soften. Use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash ingredients, (this should be easy to do & its okay to have pieces)
Sprinkle chia seeds over top, stir to combine and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Chia seeds will soften and thicken jam.
Taste and add any additional spices as desired.
If jam is too thick add a splash or more of water to thin.
Recipe Notes
It is important that the dates are soft for this recipe. If they are very dry, remove pits and soak in warm water for 10 -15 minutes until softened, drain and then add to recipe.