Easy Onion Jam
Onion jam is a sweet and tangy mixture that goes well with rice and bread.
It is made by cooking onions in oil until they are soft, then adding liquid and sugar.
The mixture is cooked until it is thick and jam-like.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 16, 2026Share
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Description
Onion jam is a sweet and tangy mixture that goes well with rice and bread.
It is made by cooking onions in oil until they are soft, then adding liquid and sugar.
The mixture is cooked until it is thick and jam-like.
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Ingredients 5
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
2 onions, coarsely chopped
1 cup water
0.25 cup balsamic vinegar
0.25 cup brown sugar
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook chopped onions in the oil until they are soft and caramelized, which takes 10 to 12 minutes. Then add water, balsamic vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture simmers. Turn the heat down to low and cook until the mixture thickens and reaches the desired consistency, which takes about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 92 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 2g
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Sodium 9mg
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Total Carbohydrate 18g
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Dietary Fiber 1g
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Protein 1g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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