Paleo Savory Bacon Jam
Elevate your paleo menu with the irresistible flavors of Paleo Savory Bacon Jam—a sweet, smoky, and tangy spread that will take your dishes to the next level. This mouthwatering recipe combines crispy, golden bacon with caramelized onions and garlic, enhanced by balsamic vinegar, pure maple syrup, and a hint of smoked paprika. Coconut aminos and unsweetened apple sauce add an extra layer of depth while keeping it paleo-friendly. With just 15 minutes of prep followed by a slow simmer to achieve its jam-like perfection, this condiment is perfect for enhancing grilled chicken, burgers, or roasted vegetables. Its rich, bold flavors are sure to impress, while the simple preparation makes it a must-have in your paleo recipe collection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound bacon
- 2 large onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup balsamic vinegar
- 0.33 cup unsweetened apple sauce
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
Begin by slicing the bacon into small pieces, approximately 1/2-inch wide.
In a large skillet or pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until it is crispy. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
Once cooked, remove the bacon pieces and place them onto a plate lined with paper towels to drain the excess grease.
Dispose of all but about 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease from the skillet.
Add the finely diced onions to the skillet and sauté until they are translucent and starting to caramelize, about 10 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the onions and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Return the cooked bacon to the skillet and reduce the heat to low.
Add the balsamic vinegar, apple sauce, coconut aminos, maple syrup, black pepper, and smoked paprika to the skillet.
Stir everything together until the ingredients are well combined.
Let the mixture simmer over low heat for approximately 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to a jam-like consistency.
Remove from heat and let the savory bacon jam cool slightly. Transfer to a food processor and pulse a few times if you prefer a smoother consistency.
Store the bacon jam in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Serve as a condiment on paleo-friendly dishes such as grilled chicken, burgers, or enjoy it with roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2502 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.9 g | 205% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.6 g | 273% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 449 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 8199 mg | 356% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.0 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.0 g | ||
| Protein | 158.8 g | 318% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 3114 mg | 66% | |
*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.
