Somerset Red Onion Marmalade #1

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 16

Somerset Red Onion Marmalade Recipe

by The Chefin Condiment

Prep

15 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

20g

Fat

Somerset Red Onion Marmalade is a sweet and savory condiment that originated in the UK. Made with red onions, red wine vinegar, and a blend of pickling spices, this recipe is easy to prepare and adds delicious flavor to meals. The marmalade is often used as a topping for crackers, bread, or cheese, or used as a glaze on meats during cooking. The addition of ground ginger adds warmth and depth of flavor to the marmalade.

Instructions

1.	In a large heavy-based saucepan, cook the onions, red wine vinegar, pickling spices, salt, and ginger together over medium-low heat for 30 - 40 minutes.
2.	Add the brown sugar to the onion mixture, and continue to cook for an additional 30 - 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the marmalade has thickened.
3.	Check for seasoning, add salt and pepper if desired.
4.	Once the marmalade has reached the desired consistency, remove from the heat and pour into sterilized jars, leaving a 1/4 inch headspace at the top of the jar.
5.	Seal the jars tightly and store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.

PROS

This Somerset Red Onion Marmalade is a delicious condiment that pairs well with cheese, meats, or sandwiches.

It can add a burst of flavor to any dish and is easy to make.

CONS

The cooking process can be time-consuming as it takes roughly an hour to prepare this recipe.

The addition of brown sugar makes the marmalade high in calories and sugar.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Red onions, which are the key ingredient in this recipe, have many health benefits. They’re high in antioxidants and sulfur compounds that can help with digestive health, lower cholesterol levels, and improve heart health.
However, consuming large amounts of sugar, as in this recipe, can have negative effects on one’s overall health.

	3 lbs red onions , after peeling and slicing thinly
	1/2 pint red wine vinegar
	1 teaspoon pickling spices
	1 teaspoon salt
	1 teaspoon ground ginger
	12 ounces soft brown sugar