Sunday, June 27, 2010

The Condiment: Onion Jam


We all know of the sweet jam that our mothers or grandmothers used to make when summer fruit was at it's ripest. Perhaps you have also been to a gastro-pub and had onion jam on a burger or sandwich. Onion jam is rich and savory with a sweet and sour tang that comes from the vinegar. It is fantastic on burgers or with beef or chicken. It is also incredibly simple to make and keeps well in the refridgerator.

Balsamic Onion Jam

1 large red onion
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
Salt to taste

Peel and thinly slice the onion. Add to a small sauce pot over medium-low to low heat. Add the vinegar, sugar and salt. Cook until the onions are soft and any liquid in the pot has thickened to coat the onions.

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