Onion Marmalade

Posted on October 19, 2011 by thecompletebook

My recipe for Onion Marmalade calls for red wine vinegar which I did not have on hand at the very minute I wanted to make Onion Marmalade so I improvised using one third wine, one third sherry and one third brown vinegar – the gamble paid off. I am thrilled with the end result and think I will always make it this way going forward, well until I don’t have one of the ingredients on hand that is.

Onion Marmalade

Ingredients

6 large onions thinly sliced
1 cup red wine – I used Pinotage
1 cup sherry
1 cup brown spirit vinegar
3 cups brown sugar
3 bay leaves – I used 6 fresh from the garden
5ml black pepper freshly ground

Method

Place all the ingredients in a pot and bring to the boil.
Simmer until almost all the liquid has evaporated.
Once cooled, place in glass bottles and refrigerate.

47 thoughts on “Onion Marmalade”

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Keith on October 5, 2010 at 17:26 said:

I’m inspired to give this a go although I was wondering how long it would keep so I know to make enough/not too much. I imagine it preserves well given the ingredients but just curious if you had an idea.

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- thecompletecookbook on October 6, 2010 at 07:12 said:
  
  Hi and thanks for stopping by. I have kept this in the fridge for a couple of months (when I make double batches) and it keeps perfectly. If you are wanting to keep it long term, I would suggest using sterilised jars, just in case. Hope to see you back soon again. 🙂
  
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Rita on October 5, 2010 at 21:52 said:

This is really delicious. We do something like this in Italy but we never use it on pizza (we are purists about pizza, no sweet and sour additions… :P). Instead we use it to accompany ripe cheeses like parmigiano and pecorino: super tasty!!

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- thecompletecookbook on October 6, 2010 at 07:13 said:
  
  I would love to see how your recipe varies 😉
  
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eatgreek.net on October 6, 2010 at 10:37 said:

wow! it looks interesting! i;ll give it a try! 😀

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- thecompletecookbook on October 6, 2010 at 11:24 said:
  
  I would love to hear how you enjoy it 🙂
  
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theordinarycook on October 6, 2010 at 16:57 said:

I do love onion marmalade, lovely, lovely.

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- thecompletecookbook on October 7, 2010 at 07:22 said:
  
  Hope you enjoy this recipe 🙂
  
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Nami | Just One Cookbook on October 19, 2011 at 10:01 said:

What a nice glaze on onions! What do you use this marmalade? For sandwich? I bet this marmalade is so sweet after caramelize for a long time.
I love onions!

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- thecompletecookbook on October 19, 2011 at 11:05 said:
  
  Hi Nami, I use it with cheese and biscuits/crackers on toasted steak sandwiches, it is fabulous with boiled eggs and adds great flavour to gravies and is a super accompaniment with roast meats. Have a great day. 🙂
  
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Wholesome Cook on October 19, 2011 at 12:07 said:

So simple and looks delicious! Perfect for steak I reckon, or a roast chicken! Yum!

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- thecompletecookbook on October 19, 2011 at 13:40 said:
  
  Hi Wholesome Cook, welcome and thanks for stopping by. This is a definite winner with steak and any roast meat. Have a happy day. 🙂
  
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kitchenbelleicious on October 19, 2011 at 14:16 said:

I love onions and the strong onion flavor of this jam or marmalade is just begging me to make it and put it ontop of some delicious buttermilk biscuits or something. I love this recipe and so glad you shared it with us! Thanks

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- thecompletecookbook on October 19, 2011 at 15:03 said:
  
  Glad you like the recipe! Enjoy it when you make it. Have a happy day. 🙂
  
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zestybeandog on October 19, 2011 at 15:12 said:

I was just thinking about marmalades, I wonder if this would be a good topping for baked brie???? Hmmm

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- thecompletecookbook on October 19, 2011 at 15:24 said:
  
  I think that would be an outstanding idea! Scrumptious! Have a happy day. 🙂
  
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Yvette on October 19, 2011 at 15:21 said:

Onion marmalade going on fresh bread and an assortment of cheeses, a glass of chilled wine and a spring afternoon breeze. I’m in, when are you arriving!xx

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- thecompletecookbook on October 19, 2011 at 15:24 said:
  
  I am on my way – keep the wine chilled! 🙂 xo
  
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ChgoJohn on October 19, 2011 at 15:42 said:

This really sounds delicious, Mandy, and I love how my fellow commenters have given their own serving suggestions. With the holidays fast approaching, a jar of this in the fridge would be invaluable if unexpected guests arrive. Thank you for sharing and have a great day!

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- thecompletecookbook on October 19, 2011 at 16:50 said:
  
  I am pleased you like the recipe ChgoJohn! This makes for a lovely gift too if put in a pretty bottle. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide on October 19, 2011 at 16:13 said:

My wife is begging me to make this, I need to. Looks wonderful.

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- thecompletecookbook on October 19, 2011 at 16:50 said:
  
  I hope this meets Katherine’s expectations. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Natalie on October 19, 2011 at 16:27 said:

Onion marmalade is one of my favourite pickles, delightful. I don’t know if you are interested but I have set up a sister blog to What We Ate Today called Sweet Pumpkins (sweetpumpkins.com) which is going to be dedicated to meat free cooking. I am not turning my back on meat, just trying to get a little more vegetable variety into our diets. Anyway, it would be great if you would sign up and follow us. Your comments are always greatly received.

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- thecompletecookbook on October 19, 2011 at 16:52 said:
  
  Best of luck with the new sister blog. I think it’s a great idea to have a blog dedicated to meatless cooking. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Savory Simple on October 19, 2011 at 18:29 said:

I love onion marmalade, this looks wonderful!

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- thecompletecookbook on October 19, 2011 at 21:23 said:
  
  Thanks so much! I was thrilled with the result using the variation of ingredients. have a super day. 🙂
  
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Kay aka Babygirl on October 19, 2011 at 19:32 said:

This onion marmalade reminds me of Greg’s post. And I have to say, I would love this on a burger. I think it would be fantastic. Very nice recipe

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- thecompletecookbook on October 19, 2011 at 21:24 said:
  
  Super idea to use it on a burger Kay. Think I will try that soon. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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thedrivencook on October 19, 2011 at 23:28 said:

I was about to ask what onion marmalade is used for but then read the comments. Sounds delicious!

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- thecompletecookbook on October 20, 2011 at 07:24 said:
  
  Glad you like it Ashley, thanks. Have a great day. 🙂
  
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Tandy on October 20, 2011 at 07:27 said:

I love it when a recipe comes together from what you have available 🙂

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- thecompletecookbook on October 20, 2011 at 08:43 said:
  
  Sometimes recipes work out better that way too. Have a great day. 🙂
  
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Simon Stewart on October 20, 2011 at 08:31 said:

Great looking recipe, Mandy. Will add it to our todo list for this weekend and try with some nice homemade bread.

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- thecompletecookbook on October 20, 2011 at 08:44 said:
  
  Thanks Simon! Look forward to hearing how you enjoy it. Have a happy day. 🙂
  
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Caroline on October 20, 2011 at 19:00 said:

Oh, yum! I would gladly just gobble those up plain. What do you typically eat the onions with?

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- thecompletecookbook on October 21, 2011 at 07:19 said:
  
  HI Caroline, we usually snack on these with cheese and biscuits/crackers with toasted steak sandwiches, added to gravy and as an accompaniment with roast meats and Kay mentioned with burgers would be great too. Have a super weekend. 🙂
  
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Young Wifey on October 21, 2011 at 00:38 said:

My goodness, this idea is completely new to me! It sounds and looks delicious!

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- thecompletecookbook on October 21, 2011 at 07:21 said:
  
  It is so easy to make too and lasts very long in the fridge too. Thanks for stopping by and have a happy weekend. 🙂
  
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Simon Stewart on October 25, 2011 at 08:45 said:

Baked this with pork sausages last night and served with “smashed” potatoes. Turned out great.

Should be fantastic on croissants too!

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- thecompletecookbook on October 25, 2011 at 11:51 said:
  
  What a brilliant idea – to have with pork sausages and on croissant! Have a happy day. 🙂
  
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TastyGalaxy.com on October 25, 2011 at 17:29 said:

This onion marmalade looks great. Sounds like it will be great on a sandwich!

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- thecompletecookbook on October 25, 2011 at 20:30 said:
  
  Hi TastyGalaxy, welcome and thanks for stopping by. have a happy day. 🙂
  
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mary anne on October 26, 2011 at 02:08 said:

Oh yum! I love ALL things onion and this is right up my alley. So versatile, and I love how you subbed in the wine, sherry, and brown sugar. Gorgeous combo!

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- thecompletecookbook on October 26, 2011 at 08:10 said:
  
  Thanks Mary Anne! Have a super day 🙂
  
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- thecompletecookbook on November 7, 2011 at 18:54 said:
  
  Thanks again for the lovely mention! 🙂 xo
  
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