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Sweet chilli jam
Posted: Tue May 26, 2026 9:17 am
by L Austin France
Just found a jar of sweet chilli jam I made in 2016.
The lid was well sealed & jam tastes fine & hot.
OK to eat?
Sweet chilli jam
Posted: Tue May 26, 2026 9:38 am
by Blaze
Usually there's a sort of "tit" on the top of a jam jar lid. If it's still there, there shouldn't be a problem.
Otherwise if it's hot spice, it would probably have killed any lurking bugs !
Sweet chilli jam
Posted: Tue May 26, 2026 10:08 am
by L Austin France
Blaze wrote: ↑Tue May 26, 2026 9:38 am
Usually there's a sort of "tit" on the top of a jam jar lid. If it's still there, there shouldn't be a problem.
Otherwise if it's hot spice, it would probably have killed any lurking bugs !
Lid fine & needed knife under it to let in air before I could open it. Sauce really hot.
Had some last night with ribs and chips with no ill effects so far
Sweet chilli jam
Posted: Tue May 26, 2026 10:13 am
by Blaze
@L Austin France Good to hear !!
Sweet chilli jam
Posted: Tue May 26, 2026 12:32 pm
by exile
I see no reason not to consume it. The vinegar, spices and sugar all help to preserve the contents, and with a well sealed lid and no signs of mould, there are no negative indications.
Enjoy