Courgette & Ginger Marmalade
Courgette & ginger marmalade is a sweet, gently spiced preserve made with fresh root ginger, lemon and courgettes. The Thermomix chops the ginger and lemon zest in seconds, then cooks the mixture evenly to a glossy set. Ideal for using up a summer glut of courgettes, this marmalade is delicious on toast, with cheese or as a homemade gift.
About this recipe
Courgette & Ginger Marmalade with the Thermomix TM7 is one of those surprising preserves that wins everyone over at first taste: mild courgette flesh melts into a golden, jelly-like base while fresh root ginger and lemon zest bring warmth and sparkle. Searching for a courgette marmalade recipe that actually works? This one relies on the all-in-one kitchen machine to do the fiddly part, because chopping sticky ginger root and fine lemon zest by hand is nobody's favourite job. The TM7's sharp blade blitzes them to a fragrant pulp in a few short bursts, then precise heating cooks the jam sugar and courgette mixture evenly, so you never catch that burnt-sugar smell on the hob. Serve this sweet-spicy marmalade on buttered toast at breakfast, alongside a cheese board at weekend drinks, or spoon it warm over vanilla ice cream for a quick dessert. It is also the smartest way to use up a summer courgette harvest, turning two humble vegetables into jars of giftable gold.
Preparation tips
- Tip 1: Use small, firm courgettes with few seeds for the best set; large ones release extra water, so drain the grated flesh briefly before adding it to the mixing bowl with the jam sugar.
- Tip 2: Spoon the finished marmalade into sterilised jars while still hot, seal immediately and store in a cool, dark cupboard; once opened, keep the jar in the fridge and use within a few weeks.
- Tip 3: For a milder, kid-friendly version, halve the amount of fresh root ginger and add a split vanilla pod to the mixing bowl during cooking for a softer, sweeter flavour.
Recipe variations
- Variation 1: Replace the lemon with an orange and add a cinnamon stick for a festive courgette, orange and ginger marmalade that is lovely on warm scones or given as a homemade Christmas gift.
- Variation 2: For a spicier adult version, increase the root ginger and stir a spoonful of whisky through the marmalade just before jarring, creating a warming preserve that pairs beautifully with mature cheddar.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Chopping the fresh root ginger and lemon zest in a few zeer hoge snelheid bursts gives a fine, even pulp without any sticky hand-grating. [Time Savings]
- The TM7 mixes the courgette and jam sugar into a uniform mixture so every spoonful sets with the same glossy consistency. [Multi-Function]
- Weighing the jam sugar directly into the mixing bowl with gram precision guarantees the correct fruit-to-sugar ratio for a reliable set. [Precision Control]
- Heating the marmalade at a controlled temperature cooks the courgette mixture gently without the scorching you risk on the hob. [Precision Control]
- Grating the courgettes finely in the mixing bowl creates the ideal texture that dissolves into a silky, spreadable preserve. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- lemon
- fresh root ginger
- courgettes
- jam sugar