Nutmeg Free Caramelized Onion Jam
Sweet, tangy, and deeply savory all at once, this caramelized onion jam is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more interesting. A slow, patient cook transforms humble yellow onions into something silky and rich, with honey adding gentle sweetness and apple cider vinegar cutting through with just enough brightness. Fresh thyme ties it all together with an herby, aromatic note that feels both rustic and refined. Many store-bought jams and chutneys sneak in warm spices that can be hard to spot on a label, so making your own means you know exactly what's in the jar. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, which is a genuine relief when you're navigating spice sensitivities. Spoon it over a cheese board, pile it onto a burger, or stir it into a grilled cheese — honestly, the hardest part is deciding where to use it first.
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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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