Legume Free Caramelized Onion Jam
Sweet, tangy, and deeply savory all at once, this caramelized onion jam is the kind of condiment that quietly steals the show on any table. The magic here is patience — low, slow heat coaxes yellow onions into a silky, amber-colored spread that tastes almost impossibly rich for such a short ingredient list. A splash of apple cider vinegar cuts through the sweetness of the honey, while fresh thyme adds a subtle herbal note that keeps everything balanced and bright. For anyone navigating legume-free eating, store-bought jams and condiments can be a minefield of unexpected additives, but every single ingredient here is clean and straightforward. Butter, onions, honey, vinegar, thyme — nothing hidden, nothing to second-guess. Spread it over crusty bread, layer it onto a cheese board, or pile it onto a burger for an instant upgrade that tastes like it came from a fancy bistro. Once you have a jar of this in the fridge, you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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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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