Caffeine Free Caramelized Onion Jam
Sweet, deeply savory, and impossibly silky, this caramelized onion jam is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more special. Low, slow heat coaxes all the natural sugars out of the onions over nearly an hour, building that rich amber color and complex flavor you just cannot rush. A touch of honey and apple cider vinegar go in near the end, balancing the sweetness with a gentle tang, while fresh thyme adds an herby lift that keeps the whole thing from feeling heavy. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of stimulants, so there is no label-scanning required — just wholesome pantry staples doing beautiful work. Spread it on a cheese board, pile it onto a grilled burger, stir it into a grilled cheese, or spoon it over roasted chicken — it elevates just about anything. The recipe makes enough to fill a jar and keeps in the fridge for up to three days, though it tends to disappear well before then.
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8 servings
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 lb yellow onions (about 4 medium), thinly sliced
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp water, plus more as needed
Instructions
- 1
Melt the butter in a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat until foamy and just beginning to subside.
- 2
Add the sliced onions and salt, tossing to coat. Cook over medium heat, stirring every 3–4 minutes, until the onions have fully wilted and turned pale gold, about 20 minutes. If the onions begin to stick or brown unevenly before they have softened, add 1 tbsp of water and scrape up any fond.
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