Description
Bacon jam from the Pioneer Woman offers a rich, smoky spread that elevates sandwiches and appetizers with its deep caramelized flavors. Pork lovers will savor this indulgent condiment that blends sweet and salty notes into an irresistible companion for countless dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
Liquids and Acids:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) amber lager
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) apple cider vinegar
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
Instructions
- Render bacon in a medium saucepan over medium heat, cooking until crisp and golden brown (approximately 10 to 12 minutes). Carefully transfer the crispy bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess grease.
- Remove most of the bacon drippings, leaving 1 to 2 tablespoons (15 to 30 milliliters) of fat in the pan. Pour in the amber lager, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, mustard seeds, red pepper flakes, and chopped rosemary, creating a flavor-packed liquid base.
- Elevate the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring periodically to prevent ingredient separation and ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Reduce heat to low, allowing the liquid to gently simmer and concentrate. Monitor the reduction process, which typically takes 25 to 30 minutes, until the mixture transforms into a thick, syrupy consistency.
- Reintroduce the crispy bacon pieces into the reduced sauce, stirring thoroughly to integrate the smoky, savory elements. Continue cooking on low heat for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to harmonize and create a robust bacon jam.
Notes
Here’s the Recipe Card Notes section:
- Transforms ordinary ingredients into a gourmet-style spread that surprises and delights adventurous eaters.
- Combines smoky bacon with caramelized sugars and complex beer undertones for an unforgettable flavor experience.
- Elevates everyday dishes like sandwiches, burgers, and cheese plates with its rich, multilayered taste profile.
- Stores easily in sealed containers for up to two weeks, making it perfect for spontaneous entertaining or quick meal upgrades.
- Requires minimal cooking skills but delivers maximum culinary impact through careful reduction and slow-cooking techniques.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Breakfast
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 246 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 36 mg