Kim Dae-seok's Jujube Paste

Name: Kim Dae-seok's Jujube Paste
Cook time: 150 min
Total time: 150 min
Yield: 5 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: dried jujubes 600g; ginger 1 piece; water 2L; pine nuts a little; additional warm water a little

jujubes paste made by gently simmering dried jujubes and ginger, straining the pulp, and reducing it to a thick consistency.

2 hr 30 min Difficulty Normal Sauces & basics

Main ingredients

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Ingredients needed 5 servings

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Recipe

Boil soaked jujubes, sliced ginger, and 2L of water uncovered over high heat for 10 minutes, then simmer covered over low heat for 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Mash the dates thoroughly, then strain through a fine sieve using warm water to press out the skins and seeds, retaining only the pulp.
Transfer the clear, rich jujubes liquid to a pot and continuously stir over medium-low heat for 20 minutes until thick and sticky. Cool before storing.

Cooking tips

Dried jujubes shrink and develop deep wrinkles that trap dust, so they must be scrubbed thoroughly and soaked beforehand to ensure soft, easily cooked flesh.
To maximize extraction of pulp from skins, use warm water instead of cold when pressing—this helps the moisture penetrate and release more pulp without waste.
During reduction, the paste may suddenly bubble up and splatter like a balloon, posing a burn risk; always use a long-handled spatula and stir constantly.
Beyond serving as a sweet tea, this paste is excellent as a natural sweetener base in traditional desserts, braised dishes, or grilled ribs—ideal for reducing added sugar in gourmet recipes.

Recommended for

Those who want to make a rich homemade syrup using jujubes.
People needing a jujubes paste for warm tea or dessert accompaniments.

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