Best 11 Homemade Red Onion Jam Recipes

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Homemade red onion jam is an easy-to-make condiment that adds a sweet and tangy flavor to any dish. Red onion jam can be used as a topping for burgers, sandwiches, or grilled cheese, or as a dipping sauce for appetizers. It can also be added to salads, wraps, or used as a glaze for roasted vegetables or meat. The possibilities are endless!

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HOMEMADE RED ONION JAM



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Pile this red onion jam over thinly sliced steak on a soft onion roll for a delicious sandwich.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 medium red onions (about 1 1/2 pounds), halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 cup red-wine vinegar
1/4 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan with a lid, heat oil over medium. Add onions, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are very soft, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Add vinegar and sugar; simmer over medium-low heat, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until syrupy and jam-like, about 30 minutes. Let cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 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.

RED ONION MARMALADE



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Great recipe to serve in so many different ways - perfect with grilled steak, chicken, or even as an appetizer with crackers.

Provided by kdominy

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

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 large red onions, thinly sliced
¼ cup white sugar
1 cup dry red wine
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onions and sugar in hot oil until onions start to caramelize, about 15 minutes. Stir red wine and balsamic vinegar into onion mixture and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until liquid is evaporated, 15 to 20 minutes more. Season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 14.9 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

RED ONION MARMALADE



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Soft, sticky onion marmalade - great with pâtés and terrrines or a ploughman's lunch

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Condiment, Side dish, Snack

Time 2h15m

Yield Fills about four 500ml jars

Number Of Ingredients 10

2kg red onions or regular onions
4 garlic cloves
140g butter
4 tbsp olive oil
140g golden caster sugar
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaf
pinch of chilli flakes (optional)
75cl bottle red wine
350ml sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
200ml port

Steps:

  • Halve and thinly slice the onions, then thinly slice the garlic. Melt the butter with the oil in a large, heavy-based saucepan over a high heat. Tip in the onions and garlic and give them a good stir so they are glossed with butter. Sprinkle over the sugar, thyme leaves, chilli flakes if using and some salt and pepper. Give everything another really good stir and reduce the heat slightly. Cook uncovered for 40-50 minutes, stirring occasionally. The onions are ready when all their juices have evaporated, they're really soft and sticky and smell of sugar caramelising. They should be so soft that they break when pressed against the side of the pan with a wooden spoon. Slow cooking is the secret of really soft and sticky onions, so don't rush this part.
  • Pour in the wine, vinegar and port and simmer everything, still uncovered, over a high heat for 25-30 minutes, stirring every so often until the onions are a deep mahogany colour and the liquid has reduced by about two-thirds. It's done when drawing a spoon across the bottom of the pan clears a path that fills rapidly with syrupy juice. Leave the onions to cool in the pan, then scoop into sterilised jars and seal. Can be eaten straight away, but keeps in the fridge for up to 3 months.

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

RED ONION JAM



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Make and share this Red Onion Jam recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Michele7

Categories     Low Protein

Time 45m

Yield 2 Cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 cups sliced red onions (1 1/2 pounds)
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon small basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion.
  • Cook 20-25 minutes or until golden brown, stir frequently.
  • Add vinegar, sugar, ginger and garlic.
  • Cook 2 minutes or until liquid almost evaporates.
  • Stir in basil, salt and pepper.
  • Serve with steak or pork tenderloin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 207.2, Carbohydrate 28.6, Fiber 4, Sugar 15.2, Protein 2.8

RED ONION JAM



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This great red onion jam recipe is courtesy of Michael Lomonaco. It pairs perfectly with one of our tasty steak recipes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Vegetables

Yield Makes enough for 4 burgers

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 red onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup red-wine vinegar
1/2 cup dry red wine, preferably Syrah or Zinfandel

Steps:

  • Place oil in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add onions, and cook until they begin to soften and become translucent, 8 to 10 minutes. Add sugar and continue cooking for 1 minute. Carefully add vinegar and wine. Increase the heat and bring to a boil, and immediately reduce to a simmer. Cook until liquid has evaporated and onions are caramelized, about 3 minutes. Keep warm until ready to serve.

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.

RED ONION JAM RECIPE



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Although it may look like a pile of caramelized onions, slowly reduced red wine and balsamic vinegar make this sweet, fruity, and tart onion jam so much more.

Provided by Joshua Bousel

Categories     Condiments and Sauces     Condiment     Jam / Jelly

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds red onions, halved and thinly sliced
1 cup dry red wine
1/3 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add onions and cook until softened and just translucent, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add in wine, sugar, thyme, vinegar, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat low, and let simmer until liquid thickens and becomes syrupy, about 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Transfer onion jam to a bowl and let cool, then serve or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, letting onion jam return to room temperature before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 13 g, Fat 4 g, ServingSize Makes about 1 cup, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

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

RED ONION JAM



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This is wonderful with cheeses and cheese dishes, quiches and savoury pies, hamburgers, sausages, roast meats, lentil roast, and so much more..... The flavours develop the longer you keep it, so make ahead to get the sweetest mellow taste. This jam (or "confiture" if you want to be posh) keeps well in sealed sterilised jars and also makes a great gift at Christmas time. The recipe came from the December 2003 edition of the Sainsburys Magazine, but you don't need to wait for Christmas to make this!

Provided by Mrs B

Categories     Onions

Time 1h5m

Yield 570 ml

Number Of Ingredients 8

120 ml sunflower oil (or groundnut oil)
700 g red onions, very finely sliced
175 g caster sugar
150 ml sherry wine vinegar
2 tablespoons grenadine, cordial
250 ml red wine
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a wide shallow pan, then add the onions, sugar and salt and pepper: cook very gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  • Add the sherry vinegar, grenadine and red wine: continue to cook, uncovered, at a gentle simmer for a further 30 minutes, stirring regularly until it reaches the consistency of jam.
  • Allow to cool before decanting and sealing in sterilised jars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3.9, Fat 0.2, Sodium 4.2, Carbohydrate 0.5, Sugar 0.4

Tips:

  • Choose the right onions: Red onions are the best choice for this jam, as they have a slightly sweet and spicy flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients.
  • Slice the onions thinly: This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot: This will help to prevent the jam from burning.
  • Cook the onions slowly: This will help to caramelize them and bring out their sweetness.
  • Add the vinegar and sugar in stages: This will help to prevent the jam from becoming too tart or too sweet.
  • Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature of the jam: This will help to ensure that it reaches the proper consistency.
  • Process the jam in a hot water bath: This will help to seal the jars and prevent spoilage.

Conclusion:

Red onion jam is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is perfect for adding a sweet and tangy flavor to sandwiches, burgers, and wraps. It can also be used as a glaze for roasted vegetables or meat. And it makes a great addition to cheeseboards and charcuterie plates.

If you are looking for a new and exciting way to use red onions, give this jam a try. You won't be disappointed!

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