Ingredients for Apple Bacon Relish
- Smoked Bacon
- Red Onions
- 1 medium apple (Honeycrisp or Fuji), peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Fresh Thyme
- Kosher Salt
- Black Pepper
How to Make Apple Bacon Relish
- Cook 4 slices of bacon until crisp. Remove from pan and crumble. Set aside.
- Reserve 1 teaspoon of bacon fat in the pan; discard the rest.
- Add 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped, to the pan and sauté until starting to turn golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Add 1 medium apple (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), peeled, cored, and diced, and 1 clove garlic, minced, to the pan. Sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons brown sugar and 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar. Reduce heat to low.
- Simmer for 3-4 minutes, or until apples are crisp-tender.
- Stir in the crumbled bacon.
- Add 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of cinnamon. Stir to combine.
- Serve warm or at room temperature over your favorite protein.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
24 g
Sugar
122g
Fat
11g
Carbs
13g
