Red Onion Marmelato

12 servings

120 minutes

Red onion marmalade is a refined creation of Italian cuisine, featuring a sweet-spicy jam with a caramelized flavor. Its origins lie in the gastronomic traditions of northern Italy, where the balance of sweet and sour notes is appreciated. Slowly cooked red onions with apples, orange zest, and balsamic vinegar develop a rich taste enhanced by aromatic herbs—thyme and marjoram. The addition of red dry wine adds depth to the flavor and velvety texture. This marmalade pairs perfectly with cheeses, meat delicacies or can serve as an unusual complement to bruschettas and appetizers.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 475.2
• Proteins: 3.4g
• Fats: 0.3g
• Carbohydrates: 109.3g

Ingredients

• Sugar: 1 kg
• Red onion: 2.5 kg
• Apple juice: 250 ml
• Oranges: 1 pc
• Red dry wine: 400 ml
• Apple: 2 pc
• Thyme: 1 stem
• Marjoram: 1 stem
• Balsamic vinegar: 25 ml

Cooking steps

1. Peel and chop the onion and apples into small pieces.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red onion: 2.5 kg
   • Apple: 2 pieces

2. Add sugar, orange zest to the onions and apples, and pour with apple juice. Add vinegar, thyme, and marjoram.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 1 kg
   • Oranges: 1 piece
   • Apple juice: 250 ml
   • Balsamic vinegar: 25 ml
   • Thyme: 1 stem
   • Marjoram: 1 stem

3. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 minutes, constantly skimming the foam.

4. Remove from heat and let it sit for 30 minutes, then add wine and bring to a boil again.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red dry wine: 400 ml

5. Blend the mixture in a blender until smooth.