Seeds Free Apple & Onion Compote
Sweet, jammy, and deeply savory all at once, this apple and onion compote is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more interesting. Caramelized onions and tender apple pieces come together with maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and fresh thyme into a thick, spoonable mixture that hits every note — sweet, tangy, herby, and rich. It's a natural alongside roasted pork, grilled chicken, or a simple cheese board, but honestly it's hard to stop eating it straight from the pan. Because every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, there's no need to scan labels for hidden seeds or seed-derived oils — just clean, real food from start to finish. The apple cider vinegar adds a bright lift that keeps the sweetness from going cloying, while the butter gives the whole thing a glossy, luxurious finish. It comes together in one saucepan with minimal fuss, and it stores beautifully, making it just as useful on a weeknight as it is for entertaining.
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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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