Shallot Jam Recipes

CARAMELIZED SHALLOT JAM

Steps:

• In 1-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add shallots and brown sugar; cook about 5 minutes to soften shallots, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium, and cook until reduced to jam consistency. Stir in vinegar and salt. Transfer to serving bowl.
• Serve with goat cheese and crackers.

SHALLOT JAM

Steps:

• Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallots and thyme; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until shallots are golden, about 3 minutes. Add sugar and cook, stirring, until bubbling and carmelized. Add both vinegars and cook until thickened.
• Stir in vincotto and remove from heat. Remove thyme sprigs and discard. Let cool before using.

SMASHED SHALLOT JAM

Steps:

• Smash the shallots with the flat side of a knife. Mix sugar, 1cup water, vinegar, wine, & salt in a large saucepan. Place over low heat; stirring often to dissolve the sugar. Add shallots, bay leaves, and thyme.
• Raise heat to medium-high; bring mixture to a boil. Lower heat; simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring often.
• Remove from heat and allow to cool. Serve at room temp., or store chilled up to 2 weeks.