Low Fat Savory Bacon Jam
Transform your condiments game with this irresistibly rich and flavorful Low Fat Savory Bacon Jam! Crafted with crispy center-cut bacon, caramelized onions, garlic, and a tangy-sweet infusion of balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and maple syrup, this lighter twist on traditional bacon jam offers all the indulgent taste with less guilt. Enhanced by a blend of smoked paprika and mustard powder, the jam develops a deep smokiness while simmering to a perfect, spreadable texture. Serve it warm or at room temperature as a unique topping for burgers, a savory spread for toast, or even a crowd-pleasing addition to your next charcuterie board. Ready in under an hour, this low-fat recipe balances decadence and health-conscious cooking effortlessly.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Center-cut bacon
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 large Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Mustard powder
Instructions
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the center-cut bacon slices and cook until crispy, turning occasionally, for about 8-10 minutes.
Remove the bacon from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Once cool, crumble or finely chop the bacon, and set aside.
Remove excess bacon fat from the skillet, leaving about 1 teaspoon. Add the olive oil to the skillet.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook over medium heat until it becomes soft and translucent, approximately 5-6 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Add the balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, maple syrup, and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Return the crumbled bacon to the skillet and add black pepper, smoked paprika, and mustard powder. Stir well.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it becomes thick and jam-like, about 25-30 minutes.
Remove from heat and allow the jam to cool slightly. Transfer the mixture to a food processor and pulse a few times until the desired jam-like consistency is reached.
Store the bacon jam in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Serve warm or at room temperature as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
892 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.8 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1899 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.6 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.9 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 876 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
