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Sweet Onion Jelly Recipe

This incredibly versatile Sweet Onion Jelly recipe is a flavor explosion! Imagine the sweet tang of onions perfectly balanced with a hint of spice, transforming your everyday crackers, bagels, meats, and sandwiches. Use it as a unique condiment for beef, pork, chicken, hot dogs, sausages – the possibilities are endless! While canning instructions are included for long-term storage, this recipe is so delicious, it's likely to disappear from your fridge long before that. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 662.3 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 3.9 (9 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sweet Onion Jelly

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How to Make Sweet Onion Jelly

  1. Puree 1 large sweet onion (about 1 cup chopped) and 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar in a blender until completely smooth.
  2. Pour the onion-vinegar mixture into a medium-sized saucepan.
  3. Add 2 cups granulated sugar and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes. Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
  4. Boil for 5 minutes, then reduce heat to medium. Stir in 1 package (1 3/4 oz) powdered pectin.
  5. Increase heat to high and bring to a full rolling boil that cannot be stirred down. Boil hard for exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  6. Remove from heat and skim off any foam. Carefully ladle the hot jelly into hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe jar rims clean, place lids and bands on jars, and tighten fingertip-tight.
  7. (Optional) Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (adjust processing time based on your altitude – consult a canning guide for specifics). Let cool completely. Lids should seal with a satisfying pop. If not, refrigerate and use within a week.
  8. If not canning, allow to cool completely in the saucepan before transferring to an airtight container. Refrigerate and use within 2-3 weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

594g

Fat

0g

Carbs

56g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Jellies Condiments Etc Vegetables Easy Low Fat Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Inexpensive Low In Something Onions Brunch Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less