Bacon Jam For Burgers is a slightly sweet and salty condiment, easily made in a skillet, and used on hamburgers to add lots of great flavor!
- 5 slices bacon cut in small pieces
- ¼ medium yellow onion finely chopped
- 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
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Cut bacon in small pieces. Place them in a large skillet (cast iron if you have it). Cook bacon on MEDIUM heat until browned/crispy. Remove bacon from skillet with a slotted spoon. Place bacon on paper towels to absorb grease. Set aside. Remove all bacon grease from the skillet except for ½ Tablespoon.
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Add chopped onions to the skillet. Cook on MEDIUM, stirring occasionally, until they've caramelized/browned (a few minutes). Stir in minced garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring often so garlic doesn't burn.
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Add bacon, maple syrup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a small pinch of cayenne pepper to the onions in skillet. Stir until combined, then reduce heat to LOW. Let jam simmer on LOW heat for 10 minutes OR until it starts to thicken. Stir jam often while simmering, to prevent burning. Once thickened, remove skillet from the heat. Let jam cool (it will thicken a bit more while it cools).
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To serve, prepare burgers as you normally would. Spread the thick bacon jam directly on top of the burger patty. Serve with your favorite condiments, and enjoy!