Maple Bacon Jam
This recipe creates a sweet and savory maple bacon jam that's delicious on burgers, toast, deviled eggs, and more!
Equipment
- 1 Skillet or sauté pan
Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) Package bacon chopped into small squares
- 1 med Yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
- 1 tbsp Coconut aminos
- 1/2 Cup Maple sugar or maple syrup- see notes
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until the fat has rendered and the bacon is lightly crispy.
- Drain & Reserve Fat: Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside. Reserve about 2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the skillet, draining any excess.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook in the bacon fat until soft and translucent, about 5–7 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 more minute, until fragrant.
- Build the Flavor: Add the balsamic vinegar, coconut aminos, and maple sugar. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Simmer and Thicken: Return the bacon to the skillet. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick, glossy, and jam-like. The mixture will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Enjoy: Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
Maple Syrup: If using maple syrup instead of maple sugar, simmer for about 10 extra minutes to allow the mixture to reduce and thicken. Maple syrup has added water so it takes a bit longer to cook down.
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