Smoky Bacon Onion Jam
Elevate your grilled burgers with this delightful Smoky Bacon Onion Jam. The sweet and savory blend of crispy bacon and caramelized onions, combined with a hint of heat from Frank's Red Hot Sauce, creates a rich and tangy condiment that complements the juiciness of the meat perfectly. This quick and easy recipe makes enough to top four large burgers, but it's so delicious, you might want to double or triple it for future use. Store it in the fridge for up to four weeks or freeze it for later enjoyment—if you can resist eating it all right away!
4
Servings
125
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Bacon
4 slices (chopped)
Onion
1 large (chopped)
Frank's Red Hot Sauce
2 teaspoons (none)
Sugar
1 teaspoon (none)
Red Wine Vinegar
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Kosher Salt
to taste (none)
Fresh Ground Black Pepper
to taste (none)
Instructions
1
In a large nonstick skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium-high heat until it becomes almost crisp, about 5 minutes.
2
Carefully pour off the excess fat, leaving approximately 2 tablespoons in the skillet.
3
Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the bacon and reduce the heat to medium. Cook while stirring frequently until the onion becomes soft and caramelized, about 10 minutes. If the mixture starts to stick to the pan, add a splash of water to loosen it.
4
Once the onion is caramelized, stir in the Frank's Red Hot Sauce, sugar, red wine vinegar, and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
5
Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
3.75g
Carbs
5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smoky Bacon Onion Jam?
It is a sweet and savory blend of crispy bacon and caramelized onions with a hint of heat from Frank's Red Hot Sauce.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 4 servings, enough to top four large burgers.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains 125 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 10g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this recipe?
Each serving contains 3.75g of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content of the jam?
This recipe provides 5g of protein per serving.
How long can I store this in the refrigerator?
It can be stored in the fridge for up to four weeks.
Can I freeze Smoky Bacon Onion Jam?
Yes, you can freeze it for later enjoyment.
How many slices of bacon are needed?
The recipe requires 4 slices of bacon.
What type of onion should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 large onion.
Which hot sauce is used in this recipe?
Frank's Red Hot Sauce is used to add a hint of heat.
How much sugar is required?
You will need 1 teaspoon of sugar.
What type of vinegar is included?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of red wine vinegar.
How long do I cook the bacon?
Cook the chopped bacon for about 5 minutes until it is almost crisp.
How much fat should I leave in the pan?
Leave approximately 2 tablespoons of fat in the skillet after cooking the bacon.
How long should the onions cook?
Cook the onions for about 10 minutes until they are soft and caramelized.
What should I do if the onions stick to the pan?
Add a splash of water to the pan to loosen the mixture.
What is the final cooking step?
Stir in the sauces and spices, then cook for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
What heat setting is used for the bacon?
Bacon is cooked over medium-high heat.
What heat setting is used for the onions?
Reduce the heat to medium when adding the onions.
What type of skillet is recommended?
A large nonstick skillet is recommended.
How should the bacon be prepared?
The bacon should be chopped before cooking.
How should the onion be prepared?
The onion should be chopped.
What seasoning is used?
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper are used to taste.
What are the primary flavor profiles?
The jam is rich, tangy, sweet, and savory.
Can I make a larger batch?
Yes, you can double or triple the recipe for future use.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 7 ingredients total.
Is this recipe difficult to make?
No, it is categorized as a quick and easy recipe.
What are some suggested pairings?
It is ideal for grilled burgers and other grilled foods.
Should I serve it immediately?
Let it cool slightly before serving for the best experience.