What Exactly Is Bacon Jam?
It's a savory-sweet, smoky, and delightfully sneaky way to elevate the taste of a burger—or virtually any dish, for that matter. Not only will you have it readily available for any bacon-inspired culinary adventure, but you'll also savor it in moderation. Bacon jam is a concentrated spread, and a little goes a long way.
As the summer season approaches in Australia, barbecues are firing up all around, and let's face it – who can resist a mouthwatering burger and this delectable condiment not only enhances but embraces a burger patty. The flavors of sausages in bread kicks it out of the park (puts Bunnings snags to shame) but also complements a wide variety of cheeses. In fact, it's so versatile that you can elevate your snacking game by using bacon jam as a dip. So, whether you're at a barbecue or indulging in some cheesy goodness, bacon jam is here to join the party!
Bacon Jam - Two Delectable Varieties
Fruity Sweet or Spicy - both recipes are below.
I experimented with various methods to craft bacon jam and couldn't settle on just one, so I've included two tempting versions.
Fruity sweet - offers a lighter, sweeter bacon jam that should captivate a broad range of palates.
Spicy - is a deep, rich, and spicy bacon spread. It boasts robust flavors and will particularly appeal to those with a penchant for savory indulgence.
Each recipe yields approximately two small to medium jars.
Bacon Jam - Spicy
This recipe can be as spicy or NOT SO SPICY - depends on how much chilli you put in.
- Thermomix
- 500 gms bacon (good quality smoked or double smoked)
- 20 gms olive oil
- 200 gms onion (cut into large chunks ( I use sweet onion))
- 25 gms garlic (peeled cloves)
- 230 gms Brewed coffee
- 30 gms balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 60 gms brown sugar
- 1 tsp cocoa powder
- 1 small dried red chilli pepper (1/3 tsp chilli flakes)
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Cut bacon into short pieces, and add to TM bowl
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Place lid onto bowl with MC
Chop - 5 seconds | Speed 6
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Add olive oil
Place lide onto bowl and place Splash Guard on lid
5 mins | Varoma | Speed 1
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When bacon is cooked - drain using simmering basket - or anything else you like - do NOT put oil down the sink!
Set aside
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Add onion and garlic
Chop 5 seconds | Speed 5
Scrape down the sides of the bowl
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Add drained bacon to Thermomix and sauté with the onions and garlic
12 minutes | 90°C | REVERSE | Stir - MC OFF
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Add remaining ingredients - Coffee, balsamic vinegar, worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, cocoa powder and chilli
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Cook for 60 minutes | 100°C | REVERSE | Stir - MC OFF to reduce liquid
(For the first 30 minutes or so, you may want to place the empty simmering basket on the lid to act as a splash guard while evaporation continues through the hole.)
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After 60 minutes, scrape food down the sides with spatula if needed and reset the controls to continue reducing
30 minutes | 100°C | REVERSE | Stir - MC OFF
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Check the consistency and choose your preference. Do you like it this way or would you rather process for 2-4 seconds on speed 4?
While most recipes recommend partially processing for smoothness, I prefer a chunkier bacon jam, where bits of bacon are identifiable. Keep in mind that even though the sauce is liquid now, it will solidify when cooled.
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Transfer to jars. Keeps well in fridge.
Bacon Jam - Fruity Sweet
- Thermomix
- 500 gms bacon (good quality smoked or double smoked)
- 20 gms olive oil
- 200 gms onion (cut into large chunks ( I use sweet onion))
- 25 gms garlic (peeled cloves)
- 230 gms apple juice
- 30 gms apple cider vinegar
- 50 gms brown sugar
- 25 gms pitted dates
- 20 gms craisins or raisins
- ½ - 1 tsp cinnamon powder (optional)
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Cut bacon into short pieces, and add to TM bowl
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Place lid onto bowl with MC
Chop - 5 seconds | Speed 6
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Add olive oil
Place lide onto bowl and place Splash Guard on lid
5 mins | Varoma | Speed 1
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When bacon is cooked - drain using simmering basket - or anything else you like - do NOT put oil down the sink!
Set aside
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Add onion and garlic
Chop 5 seconds | Speed 5
Scrape down the sides of the bowl
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Add drained bacon to Thermomix and sauté with the onions and garlic
12 minutes | 90°C | REVERSE | Stir - MC OFF
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Add remaining ingredients - Apple Juice, AC Vinegar, Brown Sugar, Pitted Chopped Dates, Raisins and Cinnamon
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Cook for 60 minutes | 100°C | REVERSE | Stir - MC OFF to reduce liquid
(For the first 30 minutes or so, you may want to place the empty simmering basket on the lid to act as a splash guard while evaporation continues through the hole.)
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After 60 minutes, scrape food down the sides with spatula if needed and reset the controls to continue reducing
30 minutes | 100°C | REVERSE | Stir - MC OFF
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Check the consistency and choose your preference. Do you like it this way or would you rather process for 2-4 seconds on speed 4?
While most recipes recommend partially processing for smoothness, I prefer a chunkier bacon jam, where bits of bacon are identifiable. Keep in mind that even though the sauce is liquid now, it will solidify when cooled.
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Transfer to jars. Keeps well in fridge.
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