Firstly, wash, hull, and slice the strawberries into halves.
Then add the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice to the Instant Pot and stir well.Close the lid and let them sit for at least 30 minutes. This process helps to release juices from strawberries.Note: Lemon Juice is naturally rich in pectin, so it helps to set the jam.
Then after 30 minutes, Set the pot to MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK (High Pressure) and set the timer to 1 minute.
When the instant pot beeps, let the pressure release naturally. Open the lid.
Use a potato masher or immersion blender to puree the fruit until the desired consistency (I kept mine chunky).
Next, select the SAUTE mode and mix in the chia seeds.
Bring the mixture to boil for about 5 minutes while stirring continuously until jam reaches the required gel-like consistency. The jam also will continue to thicken as it cools.
Once the jam has cooled to room temperature, transfer it to a jar. Yields one 16-Ounces jar of jam. Instant Pot Strawberry Chia Jam recipe is ready to be served.
Stovetop Pot Method:
Wash, hull, and slice the strawberries into halves.
In a saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Close the lid and let them sit for at least 30 minutes, this process helps to release juices from strawberries.
Simmer the mixture on the medium-low flame while stirring frequently, until the berries break down and become liquidy. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
Use a potato masher or immersion blender to puree the fruit until the desired consistency (I kept mine chunky).
Mix in the chia seeds and boil for another 1-2 minutes. This strawberry chia jam recipe also will continue to thicken as it cools.
Once the jam has cooled to room temperature, transfer it to a jar.