Onion Bacon Jam is not the traditional flavor of preserves you may be used to, but it is definitely worth a try! It’s a savory and unique preserve that will elevate your taste buds. With a definite onion flavor supported by the saltiness of the bacon, Onion Bacon Jam is great on crackers with cheese or even mixed in ground beef for your next meatloaf recipe!
Ingredients & Substitutions
Bacon: The bacon can be broken up into pieces before or after being cooked. Do not make it ahead of time, since you will use some of the bacon grease to cook the onions and shallots. You could also use turkey bacon if preferred.
Onion: Look for one large yellow onion or about 3 small onions. You will need about 3 cups of chopped onion for the recipe.
Shallots: Shallots are a type of onion that are known for their sweeter, milder taste and delicate flavor. They are smaller in size compared to regular onions and have a long, narrow shape.
Sauce: The brown sugar, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and chili powder give you a sweet and spicy sauce.
How to Use Onion Bacon Jam
If you are looking for ways to use up your Onion Bacon Jam before it goes bad, there are many delicious options to consider:
- Use a dollop on a cracker with some cream cheese.
- Spread it on your grilled cheese sandwich before you grill it.
- Substitute Onion Bacon Jam for the bacon on your BLTs.
- Add it to your scrambled eggs.
- Use it as a topping for a hamburger or cheeseburger (my favorite).
- Mix it in with your macaroni and cheese.
- Top your favorite roasted vegetables.
These suggestions will help you fall in love with this jam. Let me know if you found other flavorful ways to use Onion Bacon Jam!
How to Store Onion Bacon Jam
Onion Bacon Jam is a delicious and popular condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. However, it should not be stored at room temperature as it can spoil quickly. The best way to store it is in the refrigerator or freezer. When stored in the refrigerator, it will last for 2-4 weeks, while freezer storage will give it a longer shelf life. Since Onion Bacon Jam cannot be safely canned, it is important to consume it within 2-4 weeks when stored in the refrigerator or freeze it for longer storage. When freezing, be sure to use straight-sided mason jars (or glass jars) and leave about an inch of space at the top to allow for expansion.
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Onion Bacon Jam
Ingredients
- 1 pound thick-cut bacon, diced
- 2 large yellow onions, finely chopped (about 3 cups)
- 2 large (or 6 small) shallots, diced (about 1 ½ cups)
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- ½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup (85 g) maple syrup
- â…“ cup (79 g) apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon chili powder, optional, but highly recommended
Instructions
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. While the bacon is cooking, line a plate with a paper towel.
- Place the cooked bacon onto the lined plate. Set aside.
- Leave about 4 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pan, carefully removing the rest.
- To the pan, add the onion and diced shallots. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook until the onions and shallots are caramelized, 15-20 minutes, stirring often.
- Mix in the garlic, brown sugar, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, chili powder, and pieces of cooked bacon.
- Simmer for 7-10 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened. It should be about the consistency of a jam.
- Serve warm or cold, but you may want to warm slightly if it has been refrigerated.
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Oh my goodness! This is a fabulous recipe with directions to follow. I made it for our Christmas time with family and it was a huge hit! Thank you for such a delicious recipe!!!
I meant easy directions to follow!
I made this today for New Years Eve appies. It is so good. I just hope I have enough left for New Years..lol.
If I don’t use it all how long will it last in the refrigerator?
Sooo good!!
Is this the same dressing used for the hot spinach salad?
Absolutely love this, it is our now go to for enhancing any kind of meat, the question I have is when I have made it there seems to be a lot of liquid , do you keep the liquid, remove some or is there any way to thicken it, Thanks
Best bacon Jam I’ve ever made! I used roasted garlic just because I had a bunch already done. I also doubled the chili powder. It is amazing!
If you can follow these directions. Then maybe you shouldn’t be making this.Thank you it is delicious.
This sounds delicious. So what do you eat it with? I will have to make this..
Hi, Patty! I work with iambaker and am happy to help with questions. Some suggestions we had were:
Use a dollop on a cracker, with a slice of cheese.
Spread it on your grilled cheese sandwich before you grill it.
Substitute Onion Bacon Jam for the bacon on your BLTs.
Add it to your scrambled eggs.
Use it as a topping for a hamburger or cheeseburger.
Spread in on toast and add an egg for a delicious breakfast.
I hope this helps, and have a wonderful day!