Wheat Free Apple & Onion Compote
Sweet, jammy apples and slow-cooked caramelized onion come together in a compote that feels like something you'd find on a charcuterie board at a really good restaurant. The combination of maple syrup and apple cider vinegar gives it that perfect sweet-tart balance, while fresh thyme adds an herby depth that keeps it from tipping into dessert territory. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of wheat, so there's no need to swap anything out or scrutinize labels — it's just clean, simple cooking from start to finish. The onions get a long, gentle cook until they're golden and silky, then the apples join in and slowly break down into a thick, spoonable mixture that's rich without being heavy. It's the kind of condiment that makes a simple pork chop or roasted chicken feel like a proper dinner-party dish. Serve it warm straight from the pan or let it cool to room temperature — either way, it holds its flavor beautifully.
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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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