Go Back
–+ servings
spoon in jar of caramelized onion jam

Caramelized Onion Jam

This EAST Caramelized Onion Jam is an amazing condiment to top anything from meats and vegetables to cheeses and pizza!
5 from 5 votes
Print Pin
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Keyword: caramelized onion jam, onion jam, onion jam recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 14
Calories: 98kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 ½ pounds large sweet onions Vidalia , chopped (3-4 onions)
  • 1 teaspoon coarse Kosher salt
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ½ cup red wine vinegar
  • ½ cup white balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil over medium-low heat in a large saucepan. Add the onions and salt and continue to cook, slowly, until they start to caramelize and turn an amber color, approximately 20 minutes.
  • Add the sugar, vinegar and thyme leaves, stirring to combine until sugars dissolve. Keep heat low, stirring occasionally for about 15 minutes until the mixture reduces and thickens.
  • Remove from heat and serve or allow to cool fully before refrigerating.
  • If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings!

Nutrition

Calories: 98kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 173mg | Potassium: 75mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 24IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.3mg