Davidson Plum Recipes
Davidson plum is a delicious fruit native to Australia. It has a tart and tangy flavor that works well in a variety of recipes, including jams, sauces, desserts, and even savory dishes. Here are a few Davidson plum recipes you can try:
1. Davidson Plum Jam: Ingredients: ·
1 kg Davidson plums ·
800 g sugar ·
Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions: · Wash the Davidson plums and remove the seeds. · In a large pot, combine the plums, sugar, and lemon juice. · Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the plums break down and the mixture thickens (about 30-40 minutes). · Pour the jam into sterilized jars and seal them tightly. · Let the jam cool completely before storing in a cool, dark place.
1. Davidson Plum Sauce:
Ingredients: ·
500 g Davidson plums ·
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup apple cider vinegar ·
1 small onion, finely chopped ·
2 cloves garlic, minced ·
1 teaspoon grated ginger ·
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ·
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves ·
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions: · Wash the Davidson plums and remove the seeds. · In a saucepan, combine all the ingredients and bring to a boil over medium heat. · Reduce the heat and simmer for about 30-40 minutes until the plums break down and the sauce thickens. · Remove from heat and let the sauce cool. · Transfer the sauce to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. · Strain the sauce to remove any remaining solids. · Pour the sauce into sterilized bottles and store in the refrigerator. 1. Davidson Plum Cheesecake: Ingredients: · 200 g digestive biscuits, crushed · 100 g melted butter · 500 g cream cheese · 1 cup sugar · 3 eggs · 1 teaspoon vanilla extract · 1/2 cup Davidson plum puree (made by blending and straining the plums) Instructions: · Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). · In a bowl, mix the crushed biscuits with melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased springform pan. · In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. · Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. · Stir in the vanilla extract and Davidson plum puree until well combined. · Pour the cream cheese mixture over the biscuit base in the springform pan. · Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes or until the cheesecake is set and slightly golden on top. · Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before refrigerating for a few hours or overnight. · Serve chilled and garnish with additional Davidson plum puree if desired. These are just a few ideas to get you started with Davidson plum recipes. Feel free to experiment and adapt these recipes to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy exploring the unique flavors of Davidson plum!