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.
1
Peel and chop the onion and apples into small pieces.
- 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.
- 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.
- Dry red wine: 400 ml
5
Blend the mixture in a blender until smooth.
