Gluten Free Apple & Onion Compote
Sweet, jammy apples and slow-cooked caramelized onion come together in a compote that somehow manages to feel both rustic and refined. The combination of maple syrup and apple cider vinegar gives it a beautiful sweet-tart balance, while fresh thyme adds an herby depth that keeps things interesting. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of gluten, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress — just straightforward, wholesome cooking. It comes together in one saucepan with a simple low-and-slow technique that coaxes the onions into silky, golden softness before the apples join the party. The final uncovered simmer thickens everything into a spoonable, glossy compote that's as versatile as it is delicious. Spoon it over roasted pork, stir it alongside a cheese board, or pile it on top of a grain bowl — it works beautifully in almost any direction you take it.
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6 servings
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 3 medium apples (about 1 ¼ lb), peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch pieces
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- 1
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat until foamy. Add the onion and salt, stirring to coat, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent with golden edges, about 10–12 minutes.
- 2
Add the apple pieces, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, thyme sprigs, and water. Stir to combine, then cover and cook over medium-low heat, stirring every few minutes, until the apples are completely tender and beginning to break down, about 12–15 minutes.
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