Jalapeno Bacon Jam Recipe
A combination of regular and smoked bacon, onion, sliced jalapenos, red onions, and garlic cloves are vital to the unique flavor profile of this recipe. I recommend using a good quality bacon for the best results.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Bacon (chop the bacon)
- 1 Cup Onions (diced)
- 1 Cup Jalapenos (seeds removed for milder jam and diced)
- 3 Cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 Tbsp Chili Powder
- 1 Tsp Paprika
- 1/2 Tsp Red Pepper Flakes (adjust to your preference)
- 1/2 Cup Maple Syrup
- 1/4 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
Instructions
- Cook the bacon over a medium-high heat in a skillet or saucepan until it becomes crispy. Who doesn't love crispy bacon?
- Remove the bacon from the pan - you can use a slotted spoon and transfer the bacon to a paper towel lined plate to drain any excess bacon fat.
- Using the same pan and a couple of tablespoons of bacon grease, reduce heat to medium heat.
- Add the diced onions and peppers, and sauté the onions and peppers.
- Cook the onions until they become soft and fragrant, soaking up the fat in the pan and bringing out some great flavors.
- Add the minced garlic, chili powder, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
- Stir everything together, and let the spices infuse for a minute or two.
- Add the maple syrup and apple cider vinegar to the pan.
- Continue cooking, and breathe in the smell as the syrup and vinegar blend with the bacon and jalapenos.
- Once you've added all remaining ingredients, bring the mixture to a simmer and allow it to cook until it thickens into that irresistible, jam-like consistency. This should take 15-20 minutes of simmering, stirring often to ensure it doesn't stick to the bottom of the pan.
- Once your jam reaches the desired thickness, let it cool slightly off the heat.
- Transfer it to a clean, sterilized, airtight jar or container.