Sugar-Free Chinese Plum Paste with Probiotics
🍑 Tangy, Sweet & Gut-Friendly: Homemade Plum Paste with Zero Sugar!
Craving a bold, tangy flavor that hits all the right notes — sweet, sour, and totally satisfying — without the sugar crash? Say hello to this Homemade Chinese-Inspired Plum Paste made with traditional botanicals and sweetened naturally using Lesweet Zero-Calorie Sweetener with Probiotics.
This thick, jammy paste is perfect as a spread, tea base, or even a dipping sauce — and it's loaded with goodness for your taste buds and your gut.
🌿 What Makes This Paste So Special?
This isn’t your typical fruit spread. It’s inspired by classic Chinese flavors and built around ingredients traditionally known for digestion and cooling properties. Plus, we’ve updated it for modern health goals:
- Zero refined sugar
- Infused with probiotics
- Totally plant-based & functional
🛒 Ingredients List
- 500g dried Chinese black plums (乌梅, also called smoked plums)
- 30g dried roselle flowers (洛神花 / hibiscus)
- 30g dried hawthorn slices (山楂)
- 15g dried tangerine peel (陈皮 / aged citrus peel)
- 50g Lesweet Zero-Calorie Sweetener with Probiotics
🍯 How to Make It
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Soak & Prep
Rinse all herbs and plums briefly under cool water. Soak them together in clean water for about 1 hour to rehydrate and soften. -
Simmer Gently
Add the soaked ingredients (with soaking water) to a pot. Add more water until just covered. Simmer on low heat for 1–1.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until everything breaks down and thickens. -
Blend & Strain
Let the mixture cool slightly, then blend until smooth. Strain if you prefer a silkier texture. -
Sweeten Naturally
While still warm, stir in Lesweet sweetener until fully dissolved. Adjust to taste — we recommend 50g, but go lighter or heavier depending on your preference. -
Store & Enjoy
Pour into a clean glass jar. Let it cool fully before sealing. Store in the fridge and enjoy within 1–2 weeks.
💡 How to Use Plum Paste
- Stir into hot or iced water for a tangy probiotic tea
- Use as a healthy jam on toast or yogurt bowls
- Pair with savory dishes as a dipping sauce
- Add to marinades for a sweet-sour umami boost
🌟 Why Sweeten with Lesweet?
Unlike traditional sugar or artificial sweeteners, Lesweet is:
- ✅ Zero calories
- ✅ Zero glycemic impact
- ✅ Enriched with probiotics
- ✅ Smooth in taste — no weird aftertaste
It's not just a sweetener — it's a functional upgrade to your wellness routine.
🧠 Bonus: Functional Benefits of These Ingredients
| Ingredient | Benefit |
| Black plum (乌梅) | Sour & smoky; aids digestion |
| Roselle flower | Rich in antioxidants; supports blood pressure |
| Hawthorn (山楂) | Traditionally used for heart & digestion |
| Tangerine peel (陈皮) | Helps regulate qi & reduce bloating |
| Lesweet Sweetener | Gut-friendly, sugar-free support |
This Homemade Plum Paste is a nostalgic favorite reimagined for modern wellness. Whether you're looking for a cooling summer drink base, a healthy jam alternative, or a sugar-free functional food, this recipe checks all the boxes.