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Why use copper for jam ?

Why use copper for making jam?

Summer is the perfect season to prepare a wide variety of jams—strawberries, apricots, peaches, and more. And quite often, we use a copper pan to cook our fruit. But why do we do this? That’s what we’re going to explain.

Copper: An Exceptional Material

Renowned in professional kitchens, copper stands out as a noble material, prized for its many technical and aesthetic qualities.

Jam pan, copper, extra heavy

Copper pan for jam Ø40cm. Usable volume: 11L.

Heat conduction

Copper is the best conductor of heat, allowing for rapid and even temperature rise.

Thermal responsiveness

Copper cookware is highly valued in the culinary world for its excellent thermal responsiveness. This means that not only does it heat up quickly, but it also cools down just as fast. Copper is therefore the ideal material for precision cooking, such as working with sugar.

Timeless aesthetic

Beyond its technical advantages, copper has an undeniable edge over other materials: its unique and inimitable aesthetic. Its distinctive color gives it an elegant look that fits beautifully into any kitchen.

What are the essential techniques for making jam?

There are three key rules to follow when making jam. Keep these principles in mind to ensure delicious results. Temperature, evaporation, and pectin are the technical elements you need to master to become the king or queen of jam-making.

Precise temperature

To achieve a delicious jam, two things are essential: the jam must reach a boil, and the temperature must not exceed 110°C (230°F).

Respecting this temperature is crucial to avoid caramelizing the fructose, which could compromise the natural flavor of the fruit.

Managing Evaporation

Evaporation plays a vital role in jam-making, as it helps concentrate the sugar. This concentration allows the mixture to boil at a higher temperature.

Proper evaporation of the water contained in the fruit is ideal, as it reduces the need to add extra sugar to your recipe.

Jam
gelification

Fruits contain pectin, which is released during cooking. These molecules bond together to form a network that traps water and aromas in your mixture. Using a traditional jam pan encourages the bonding of pectin molecules, resulting in perfectly set and flavorful jams.

The Advantages of a Copper Jam Pan

Now that we've covered the essentials of jam-making, it's time to focus on the copper jam pan—an indispensable tool in the process.

Large diameter

With a diameter of over 35 cm, copper jam pans offer a wide surface area for the evaporation of water contained in your fruit.

Optimal Heat Conductivity

Copper is the best conductor of heat, ensuring your jam cooks evenly. It also allows for precise temperature control during cooking, reducing the risk of excessive caramelization.

Copper and Pectin

You might not have suspected it, but copper actually promotes the bonding of long pectin molecules during fruit cooking. This is one of the many reasons we use a copper jam pan: thanks to copper, pectin can more easily “trap” the water and aromas in your fruit mixture.

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