Bourbon Bacon Jam

Bourbon Bacon Jam is a richly flavored condiment that is terrific paired with burgers, grilled cheese, crackers, and more!

You’ve probably heard of umami, the savory sense of taste, and this Bacon Onion Jam is packed full of it. Bacon, onions, garlic, bourbon, and balsamic vinegar all contribute to this gourmet spread.

Why You Must Make

• It’s still burger season and adding this bourbon bacon jam to your condiment offerings is a fun way to shake things up!
• Bacon jam can also be used as a dip. The jammy consistency is terrific with crackers, pretzels, and chips.
• It’s packed full of bacon!!!!

How to Make

1. Fry the bacon until crisp and drain on paper towels.
2. Cook shallots and onions in bacon fat until caramelized over medium heat. Add garlic and cook briefly.
3. Add the chili powder and smoked paprika and stir.
4. Deglaze the pan with the bourbon.
5. Add the maple syrup and cook then the vinegar and brown sugar.
6. Add chopped bacon and cook until it reaches a jammy consistency.

Expert Tips

• Use lean bacon (I know, it’s an oxymoron!)
• Use real maple syrup. Artificial is a poor substitute.
• Be patient. There are layers and layers of flavor added, so it takes some time.
• Watch carefully at the end. Once it starts to look jammy, it’s done.

Frequently Asked Questions

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The Recipe:

Bourbon Bacon Jam Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Yield About 2 cups

A sweet-savory bacon and onion jam that's perfect for appetizers, burgers and more!

Ingredients

• 1 ½ pounds meaty bacon
• 2 cups finely chopped shallots
• 1 cup finely chopped sweet yellow onion
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ cup bourbon
• ½ cup maple syrup
• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
• ½ cup brown sugar

Instructions

1. Fry the bacon in two frying pans until crisp. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
2. Leave 1-2 tablespoons of bacon fat in one of the pans. Add shallots and onions and cook until caramelized over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for a minute or two, until soft and fragrant.
3. Add the chili powder and smoked paprika and stir.
4. Increase the burner to high and carefully deglaze the pan with the bourbon.
5. Add the maple syrup, bring to a boil, and stir, scraping the bottom of the pan to loosen the bits of bacon on the bottom of the pan. Boil for about 3 minutes.
6. Add the vinegar and brown sugar, continue to cook for 4 minutes.
7. Cut the bacon into small pieces and add to the mixture. Stir and simmer for 10 minutes until the mixture thickens and looks like jam. Add a little water if the mixture starts to look dry.
8. Store in the refrigerator.

Notes

If the jam gets too thick while cooking, thin with a little water.

You may tear the bacon for a more rustic look.

Note that the bourbon can ignite if it gets too close to the flame of a gas burner, so use caution when deglazing the pan.

Recipe courtesy of Southern Recipe.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

32

Serving Size:

1 tablespoon
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 142Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 364mgCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 0gSugar: 7gProtein: 8g

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