Description
A savory-sweet caramelized onion jam recipe made with six simple ingredients. This gourmet condiment transforms humble onions into a versatile spread perfect for sandwiches, cheese boards, and more.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup white sugar
- 4 cups onions, coarsely chopped (Vidalia recommended)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ cup red wine vinegar
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
- Stir in sugar and cook until light caramel color, about 10 minutes.
- Add onions, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring, until onions caramelize (about 15 minutes).
- Pour in red wine vinegar and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until jammy consistency is reached.
- Remove from heat, cool to room temperature, and store in jars.
Notes
Vidalia onions create the best balance of sweetness, but yellow, red, or white onions can be used. Vinegar can be swapped for balsamic for a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/8 recipe)
- Calories: 143
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 295mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg