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    Homemade Tomato Onion Jam

    February 1, 2021 by Suzie J. Leave a Comment

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    Tomato Onion Jam is easy to make and will elevate your sandwiches, burgers and sliders to the next level. The subtle sweetness pairs especially well with meaty portobello mushrooms, steak and ground beef.

    What you'll need

    Tomato Onion Jam Ingredients

    Onion

    Tomatoes

    Balsamic Vinegar

    Olive Oil

    Salt

    Tomato Onion Jam Process
    Caramelizing the onions
    Tomato Onion Jam Process
    Mixing in the chopped tomatoes
    Tomato Onion Jam Process
    Smashing the cooked tomatoes into a paste.
    Tomato Onion Jam

    Try this jam on:

    Portobello Mushroom Melts

    Steak Sliders

    Tomato Onion Jam in a jar

    Tomato Onion Jam

    Add some glamor to your burgers, sliders and sandwiches! This jam is savory and sweet and a wonderful alternative to ketchup!
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    Course: Dips
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Low Fat
    Keyword: jam, Tomatoes
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Resting Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 2 Tbsp
    Calories: 90kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
    • 1 Onion sliced
    • 2 Roma Tomatoes chopped
    • ¼ Cup Balsamic Vinegar
    • 3 Tsp Sugar
    • 1 Tsp Salt

    Instructions

    • In a 4 quart saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.  Add sliced onions and salt, stir to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally for 10 minutes or until soft and lightly golden.  (Keep an eye to make sure the onions don’t burn)
    • Add tomatoes and sugar, cook 5 minutes or until tomatoes start to break down into a sauce.  Using a spatula, smash the tomatoes down into a sauce. Cook 1 -2 more minutes.
    • Add balsamic vinegar, reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the jam comes together.
    • Cool 10 minutes before serving.
    • Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
    • Use as a flavorful sauce for burgers, sliders and sandwiches.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1238mg | Potassium: 265mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 533IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
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    I'm Suzie, a former restaurant owner and caterer. A few of my favorite things include: traveling, hiking, enjoying quality time with friends and family, and of course FOOD.

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