Jalapeno Bacon Jam
A delightful combination of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors in a versatile bacon jam.
Equipment
- Skillet Medium-sized skillet for cooking.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound thick-cut beef bacon, diced
- 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 medium jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 0.33 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the diced beef bacon until crispy. As the bacon cooks, prepare a plate lined with a paper towel to absorb excess grease.
- Once the bacon is crispy, transfer it to the lined plate to drain. Set aside.
- Leave about ¼ cup of bacon grease in the skillet, carefully discarding the rest.
- Add the finely diced onion and jalapeno peppers to the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until the onions caramelize, about 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Stir in the minced garlic, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, chili powder, and the cooked bacon.
- Let the mixture simmer for 7-10 minutes, or until it thickens to a jam-like consistency.
- Serve the bacon jam warm or cold. If refrigerated, gently warm it before serving for the best flavor.
Notes
This bacon jam is perfect as a spread on sandwiches, burgers, or as a topping for crackers and cheese.