Description
Caramelized Onion Jam with Balsamic Vinegar is a sophisticated yet simple condiment that will elevate your meals and impress your guests. This sweet and savory spread combines richly caramelized onions with the tangy depth of balsamic vinegar, creating a unique flavor profile that’s perfect for a variety of dishes. Whether you’re using it as a topping for grilled meats, spreading it on gourmet sandwiches, or adding it to charcuterie boards, this versatile jam is a pantry must-have. Easy to make in just over an hour, it’s an ideal addition to any kitchen for those looking to enhance everyday meals or entertain in style.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds sweet yellow onions
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons minced summer savory (or thyme and rosemary)
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prep your canning equipment: Boil water in a canning pot and prepare clean jars.
- Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown (10-15 minutes).
- Stir in sugar and balsamic vinegar; cook for about 45 minutes until the mixture thickens to a syrupy consistency.
- Mix in salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Ladle hot jam into jars, leaving 1/4" headspace. Seal the jars and process in boiling water for proper canning if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: APPETIZERS
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg