Onion jam

 Onion jam is a sweet, savory, and deeply flavorful condiment made by slow-cooking onions with sugar, vinegar, and spices. It’s perfect on toast, burgers, grilled cheese, or paired with cheese boards.


🧅 Easy Onion Jam Recipe

🍳 Ingredients:

  • 3 large onions (yellow or red), thinly sliced

  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (or honey/maple syrup)

  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • Optional:

    • 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary

    • Pinch of chili flakes for heat

    • Splash of wine or a dash of soy sauce for depth


🥣 Instructions:

  1. Heat oil/butter in a wide pan over medium-low heat.

  2. Add onions + salt, and stir occasionally for 15–20 minutes, until soft and golden.

  3. Add sugar and stir well—cook another 5–10 minutes until caramelized.

  4. Pour in vinegar (and wine/spices if using), stir, and simmer on low until thick and jammy—about 10–15 more minutes.

  5. Let cool and transfer to a jar. Store in the fridge (lasts ~2 weeks).


🍴 Delicious Uses:

  • Spread on toast with labneh or cheese

  • Top grilled meats or plant-based burgers

  • Swirl into mashed potatoes or polenta

  • Pair with roasted vegetables or lentils

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