Loquat Jam or Jelly
Loquat jam or jelly is a sweet, tangy spread made from the golden-orange fruit of the loquat tree, typically combined with sugar and sometimes lemon juice. Originating in China, it is a popular homemade preserve enjoyed across East Asia and in regions where loquats are cultivated.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a high-carbohydrate food, primarily from natural fruit sugars and added sugar, with negligible fat and protein. A typical serving provides a quick source of energy, along with some vitamin A and potassium.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 50 kcal |
| Protein | 0.1 g |
| Carbs | 13 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.3 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Vitamin A | 15 mcg RAE |
| Potassium | 40 mg |
| Vitamin C | 1 mg |
| Manganese | 0.05 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.01 mg |
Per 1 tablespoon (20 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, loquat preserves are a traditional way to enjoy the fruit's brief seasonal harvest in spring. Nutritionally, the loquat fruit itself is rich in pectin, which helps the jam set naturally, and provides antioxidants like beta-carotene.
