Onion Marmalade

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Preparation info
  • Makes about

    2 cups

    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Real Irish Food

By David Bowers

Published 2014

  • About

Sometimes called onion compote, this typical Irish condiment is sweet and sour, almost like a chutney. (The addition of a handful of raisins would make it even more so.) However, the texture is less chunky than chutney, making onion marmalade more spreadable and definitely multi-purpose. Cold out of the jar, it’s a great relish on cheese or beef sandwiches, and it’s an ideal accompaniment to pâté (not to mention foie gras). You can also add a dollop to meat soups or sauces, or spread it on