Red Onion and Red Wine Jam

4 servings

30 minutes

Red onion and red wine jam is a refined European delicacy with an exquisite balance of sweetness and light acidity. Its roots trace back to the gastronomic traditions of France, where caramelized onions with wine are used to create sauces and appetizers. The jam has a rich, deep flavor: the soft sweetness of onions with caramel notes combines with the robust bitterness of red wine and the light acidity of vinegar. The texture is delicate and velvety, with subtle aromas of spices and woody undertones. This jam pairs perfectly with soft cheeses, meat dishes, duck, or even bruschetta. It transforms familiar flavors into something special, adding gastronomic elegance to any table.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 224.3
• Proteins: 0.9g
• Fats: 9g
• Carbohydrates: 31.2g

Ingredients

• Extra virgin olive oil: 2 tbsp
• Sugar: 0.5 glass
• Red onion: 2 head
• Red wine vinegar: 0.3 glass
• Red dry wine: 0.5 glass

Cooking steps

1. Peel the onion and slice it into thin half-rings.

2. In a saucepan over low heat, heat olive oil and add onion. Cook until soft and translucent for about 8-10 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Extra virgin olive oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Red onion: 2 heads

3. Sprinkle with sugar and cook for another minute.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 0.5 glass

4. Then carefully pour in the vinegar and wine. Increase the heat, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 3 minutes until the liquid evaporates and the onion caramelizes. Serve warm.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red wine vinegar: 0.3 glass
   • Red dry wine: 0.5 glass