Best 9 Easy Onion Jam Recipes

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If you are looking for a simple yet delicious condiment to add flavor to your dishes, look no further than easy onion jam! This versatile condiment can be used with a variety of foods, from meats to cheeses to sandwiches. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make this delectable treat in your own kitchen. Whether you are a novice or an experienced cook, this easy-to-follow recipe will guide you through the process of making this tasty onion jam. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get started!

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ONION JAM



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A family favorite. Expect a few wrinkled noses maybe at the title, but result is worth the effort. Maybe not for beginning cooks since there's a couple potentially tricky steps. Serve a cup of jam over a bar of cream cheese with crackers, or as a spread for meat sandwiches. Keep in refrigerator in covered container for up to two weeks.

Provided by WENDYMARIE37

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup vegetable oil
½ cup white sugar
4 cups onion, coarsely chopped
¼ teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste
½ cup red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
  • Stir sugar into vegetable oil with a wooden spoon, stirring constantly until mixture is a light caramel-color, about 10 minutes. Mixture will be very hot.
  • Stir onion, salt, and black pepper into sugar mixture. Onions will immediately start to caramelize. Stir frequently over medium heat until sugar has dissolved and onions are browned, about 15 minutes.
  • Pour red wine vinegar into onion mixture and simmer until mixture has a jam consistency, about 30 minutes. Let cool to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 19 mg, Sugar 4 g

ONION JAM



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Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Time 40m

Yield about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup vegetable or canola oil
4 large red onions, halved, peeled, and cut into thin (1/4-inch) slices
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups dry red wine
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
Juice and a few grates of zest from 1 lemon, optional

Steps:

  • In a medium saute pan, heat the oil until it begins to smoke lightly. Add the onions and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook until the onions give up their liquid, 3 to 5 minutes, and then add the red wine. Lower the heat and cook the onions until the wine reduces almost completely. Leave on low heat while you prepare the gastrique.
  • In a separate small pan, heat the honey until it begins to bubble and froth. Cook until the honey turns a light caramel color, an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Add the red wine vinegar, simmer for a few minutes on low heat, and then shut off the heat. Pour the honey mixture over the onions and continue cooking them over low heat until all of the juice is absorbed and the onions are a jam-like consistency, 10 to 15 minutes. If you desire, add lemon juice and zest at this point. Taste for seasoning and transfer to a bowl to cool until ready to serve.

EASY ONION JAM



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This is an easy onion jam that is incredibly versatile. It enhances anything from rice or barley dishes to spreading on a piece of bread. Great accompaniment to chicken as well. You can substitute sherry vinegar for the balsamic vinegar.

Provided by Adam Schiff

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
2 onions, coarsely chopped
1 cup water
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute onion in hot oil until soft and caramelized, 10 to 12 minutes. Add water, balsamic vinegar, and brown sugar; stir until sugar is dissolved and mixture is simmering. Reduce heat to low and cook until mixture thickens and reaches desired consistency, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.5 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 9.4 mg, Sugar 13.6 g

CARAMELIZED ONION JAM



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This savory jam is very good served with meats-we especially like it with venison. People who enjoy garlic and onions think it's terrific. -Vanessa Lambert, Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield about 3-1/2 pints.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 whole garlic bulbs
1 teaspoon canola oil
5 cups chopped sweet onions (1-1/2 pounds)
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup bottled lemon juice
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
6 cups sugar
1 pouch (3 ounces) liquid fruit pectin

Steps:

  • Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves). Cut top off garlic bulbs; brush with oil. Wrap each bulb in heavy-duty foil. Bake at 425° 30-35 minutes or until softened. Cool 10-15 minutes. , In a Dutch oven, saute onions in butter 30-40 minutes or until lightly browned. Squeeze softened garlic into pan. Stir in cider vinegar, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper, ginger and cloves. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Gradually stir in sugar. Return to a boil for 3 minutes. Stir in pectin. Continue to boil 1 minute, stirring constantly. , Remove from heat; let stand for 3 minutes. Skim off foam. Ladle hot mixture into three hot half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight. , Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

ONION JAM



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This jam makes a delicious condiment for any meat, and is the stuffing for our Chicken Breasts Filled With Onion Jam.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 large Spanish onions
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Olive-oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Cut onions in half lengthwise; peel. Cut off ends; cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick pieces.
  • Coat a 13-inch skillet with cooking spray, and set over medium heat. Add onions, and cover. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 15 minutes.
  • Add sugar; re-cover. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are deep golden, 20 to 30 minutes. Add 1/4 cup water; stir with a wooden spoon to dislodge any brown bits.
  • Cover, and cook until dark brown, 20 to 30 minutes. Add balsamic vinegar and another 1/4 cup water. Continue cooking until liquid has been absorbed, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool. Store, refrigerated, in an airtight container up to 1 week.

ONION "JAM"



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My DH loves condiments - particularly ones he can use on his sandwiches. I bought a jar of Onion Jam at a market, he almost licked the jar clean. I have been busy re-creating the original and this recipe is amazing. If you enjoy cold cuts (ham, roast beef, silverside etc) this might be for you.

Provided by cookingpompom

Categories     Onions

Time 45m

Yield 1 litre

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons oil (vegetable)
10 medium sized onions (just under 2 kilos)
1 1/4 cups brown sugar
2 tablespoons mustard seeds
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Peel and thinly slice your onions (I use a Mandolin for this).
  • In a large heavy based pot, heat the oil and add the onions, stir frequently over a medium heat until caramalised (15-20 minutes).
  • Add the mustard seeds and fry for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Add the brown sugar and cook for another 2 minutes (it needs to be well dissolved).
  • Add the remaining ingredients and reduce to a low simmer and cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Carefully pour the hot onion jam into prepared jars ( hot sterilized jars if you want to keep them on your shelf - will keep for 6 months) or a clean jar if you want to pop it into your fridge and use it within 2-4 hours (or once chilled). Keeps in the fridge for 4 weeks. Once a jar is opened, this jam must be refridgerated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1972, Fat 46.5, SaturatedFat 6, Sodium 138.8, Carbohydrate 387.2, Fiber 20.2, Sugar 323.9, Protein 16

SUNNY'S EASY ONION JAM



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     condiment

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 pint

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups frozen pearl onions, defrosted and halved
1/4 cup apple cider or red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
4 shallots, thinly sliced
2 large red onions, halved and thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
2 scallions, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan on medium-low heat, add the pearl onions, vinegar, sugar, shallots, red onions, a pinch of salt, a few grinds of pepper and 1/4 cup water. Stir to combine, then cook until the onions are completely tender and caramelized, 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Add the thyme and scallions to the cooked onions and refrigerate until ready to use. Serve on nachos, burgers, hot dogs, etc.

CARAMELIZED ONION JAM



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Keep this rich condiment in the refrigerator for nights when you need to elevate simply roasted chicken, steak, or fish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 pounds onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup water (or low-sodium chicken stock)
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, heat oil overmedium heat and cook onions,covered, stirring occasionally untiltranslucent, about 15 minutes.Add water, vinegar, and sugarand cook uncovered, stirring, untilonions are caramelized, about30 minutes more. Season withsalt. Let cool completely.

ONION JAM



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Provided by Eric Asimov

Categories     easy, condiments

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 pound red onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over a medium flame. Add onion, and sauté, stirring, until it is wilted and transparent. Sprinkle with sugar, salt and balsamic vinegar.
  • Sauté, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft and a deep brown color, 15 to 20 minutes. If necessary, add a little water to keep onion moist. Use at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 131, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 324 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right onions: Yellow onions are the most common type used for onion jam, but you can also use white, red, or sweet onions. Choose firm, unblemished onions.
  • Slice the onions thinly: This will help them caramelize evenly. You can use a sharp knife or a mandoline to slice the onions.
  • Cook the onions low and slow: This is the key to getting a good caramelized flavor. Cook the onions over medium-low heat for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add some sweetness: Sugar, honey, or maple syrup can all be used to add sweetness to the onion jam. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Season the onion jam: Salt, pepper, and other spices can be used to season the onion jam. Add them to taste.
  • Process the onion jam: Once the onion jam is cooked to your liking, you can process it in a food processor or blender until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • Store the onion jam: Onion jam can be stored in a jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. It can also be frozen for up to 6 months.

Conclusion:

Onion jam is a versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of ways. It can be spread on sandwiches, crackers, or crostini. It can also be used as a topping for burgers, hot dogs, or grilled chicken. Onion jam can also be used as a dipping sauce for vegetables or chips. No matter how you choose to use it, onion jam is a delicious and easy-to-make condiment that is sure to please everyone at your table.

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