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The Best Bacon Jam Recipe

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This rich and savory bacon jam recipe transforms crispy bacon, sweet onions, garlic, and a blend of spices into a thick, flavorful jam perfect for spreading on toast, burgers, or crackers. Slow-cooked to develop a perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and spicy notes, this versatile condiment adds a gourmet twist to any dish.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 20 servings
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound bacon
  • 2 small onions, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 chili peppers, chopped (jalapeno or hotter)
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 cup brewed coffee (strong)
  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (or more to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (such as Tabasco, or to taste)

Instructions

  1. Cook Bacon: Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the bacon. Cook until it is nearly crisp and brown, ensuring most of the fat has rendered out. Transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to cool and drain excess fat.
  2. Sauté Onions: In the same pot with the reserved bacon fat, cook the chopped onions for about 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
  3. Add Garlic and Peppers: Add the chopped garlic and chili peppers (jalapeno or habanero) to the pot. Stir and cook for approximately 2 minutes to release their aromas and flavors.
  4. Combine Remaining Ingredients: Stir in the brown sugar, maple syrup, brewed coffee, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, chili powder, and hot sauce. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
  5. Incorporate Bacon: Chop the cooled bacon into small pieces and add it back into the pot with the simmering mixture.
  6. Slow Cook the Jam: Cook the mixture low and slow for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally. This process thickens the jam and melds the flavors. Alternatively, you can use a slow cooker to achieve similar results.
  7. Process for Texture: Once the jam is thick and gooey, transfer a portion to a food processor and pulse until slightly chunky, depending on your preferred consistency. Mix the processed portion back into the pot with the rest of the jam.
  8. Cool and Store: Allow the bacon jam to cool, then transfer it to containers for serving or storage.

Notes

  • You can use a slow cooker instead of stovetop simmering to make the cooking process easier. Cook on low for about 2 hours.
  • Adjust the amount of chili peppers and hot sauce depending on your preferred spice level.
  • The bacon jam keeps well refrigerated for up to two weeks and can be frozen for longer storage.
  • Use this bacon jam as a topping for burgers, grilled cheese sandwiches, crackers, or eggs for an added smoky and sweet flavor boost.

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