Ingredients:

  • 4 cups (600g) fresh mulberries, rinsed and stemmed
  • 1.5 cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 2 Tbsp (30ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) salt

Instructions:

  1. Combine the rinsed mulberries, sugar, and salt in a large heavy-bottomed pot. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for 15–20 minutes to allow the sugar to draw out the natural juices.
  2. Place the pot over medium-high heat and stir constantly until the sugar completely dissolves.
  3. Once the mixture reaches a boil, stir in the fresh lemon juice.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, skimming off any white foam that rises to the top. Stir frequently to prevent the sugars from caramelizing or burning.
  5. Continue simmering for 15–20 minutes until the spread thickens and looks glossy.
  6. Perform the plate test by dropping a small amount of spread onto a frozen plate; if the spread wrinkles when pushed with a finger, remove from heat immediately.