Red Onion Jam
Red Onion Marmalade with Whisky & Maple Syrup – the perfect burger & BBQ topping
Ingredients
- 1 kg red onions, thinly sliced into rings
- 60 ml olive oil
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2–3 tbsp Rock'n'Rubs "Whisky in the Jar" - 200 grams brown sugar
- 200 ml balsamic vinegar
- 50 ml whisky, to taste
- 50 ml maple syrup
Preparation
Step-by-step instructions
- 1
Preparation
Rinse or sterilize jars with hot water. Slice the red onions into thin rings.
- 2
Sauté
Heat olive oil in a pot and sauté the onions until translucent (not browned).
- 3
Deglaze & reduce
Deglaze with vinegar and simmer over medium heat for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until reduced.
- 4
Add flavor
Stir in "Whisky in the Jar", sugar, whisky, and maple syrup.
- 5
Canning
Continue simmering until the jam is thick and syrupy and the onions are soft and glossy.
- 6
Season to taste
Finish with a touch of "Whisky in the Jar" BBQ rub to taste.
- 7
Fill
Pour hot into clean jars and seal immediately. Let the jars cool.
- 8
Storage & Serving
Store in a cool, dark place. Once opened, keep refrigerated.
Tastes fantastic with burgers, wraps, sandwiches, cheese boards, and grilled meats.
Note
Alcohol-free option – substitute apple juice for whisky.
