MSG Free Caramelized Onion Jam
Sweet, deeply savory, and impossibly rich, this caramelized onion jam is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more special. Slow-cooked yellow onions transform over low heat into something almost unrecognizable — silky, amber-colored, and packed with natural sweetness that no shortcut can replicate. A drizzle of honey and a splash of apple cider vinegar round out the flavor with just the right balance of sweet and tangy, while fresh thyme adds a subtle herbal note that keeps it from tipping into dessert territory. Every ingredient here is clean and straightforward, which means no hidden flavor enhancers or additives to worry about — just real food doing what real food does best. It's genuinely versatile: spoon it onto a cheese board, pile it onto a burger, stir it into a grilled cheese, or serve it alongside roasted meats. The patience required during cooking is absolutely worth it, and the step-by-step technique ensures the onions caramelize evenly without burning. Make a jar on the weekend and you'll find yourself reaching for it all week long.
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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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