Steps to make homemade loquat paste.
1. Prepare materials.
Fresh loquat: 500 grams.
Rock sugar: 200 grams.
Water: To taste.
Clean, water-free and oil-free pot: 1 pc.
Cutting board: 1 pc.
Knife: 1 piece. Second, the practice steps.
1.Wash the loquats: Put the fresh loquat in clean water, gently wash the surface, then remove and place on a clean cutting board.
2.Peel and pit: Use a knife to remove the skin and core of the loquat, leaving only the flesh. Pay attention to the action to avoid damage to the flesh.
3.Dicing: Cut the peeled and pitted loquat pulp into small pieces for subsequent boiling.
4.Boiling: Add an appropriate amount of water to the pot, add the chopped loquat pieces, and slowly boil over medium-low heat. Stir constantly to avoid sticking to the pan.
5.Add the rock sugar: When the loquat is soft and the color changes to a dark yellow, add the prepared rock sugar. Continue stirring until the icing sugar melts completely.
6.Juice removal: As the water evaporates, the loquat paste becomes thicker and thicker. At this time, you need to continue to simmer over low heat and stir constantly until the paste is thick.
7.Bottling: When the paste is thick, fill it into a clean glass bottle. Be careful to let the paste cool before bottling to avoid condensation in the bottle and deterioration.
8.Storage: Store glass bottles with homemade loquat paste in the refrigerator for weeks to months.
3. Tips and Suggestions.
During the boiling process, iron pots should be avoided because iron ions can react with substances in the loquat, affecting the taste and flavor.
To maintain the freshness of loquat paste, make sure the tools you use are clean, water-free, and oil-free every time you use them.
If you prefer other flavors, you can add some other ingredients such as red dates, longan, etc. during the boiling process.