Jams : Amla Murabba

Ingredients:

450gms Amla (gooseberries)
1/4 cup water
2 cups sugar
1tsp. cardamom seeds(crushed)
1/4th tsp. turmeric powder
2-inch piece of cinnamon stick
1/2 bay leaf

Preparation:

• Wash and stem the amla .
• Combine with water in a heavy saucepan and place over high heat.
• When water starts boiling add sugar and stir constantly till sugar melts.
• Reduce the heat to low and add remaining ingredients, and simmer until the amla's are clear and the juice gets thick, about 15 minutes.
• Remove the whole spices.
• Cool it to room temperature, transfer it to a glass jar and seal well.
• Store, refrigerated, for up to 2 weeks.