Balsamic Onion And Garlic Relish Recipes

CARAMELISED ONION AND BALSAMIC RELISH

Steps:

• Finely slice the onions. Much easier with a mandolin or food processor.
• Heat the oil in a large deep frying pan.
• Add the onions and garlic. Cook, covered, over a low heat for about 30 minutes, until soft. Stir occassionally.
• Stir in the mustard seedsand cook a further minute.
• Add the brown sugar, balsamic vinegar and the salt.
• Bring to the boil, reduce heat, simmer uncoverd for about 5 minutes. Stir occassionally. Simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated and the onions are caramelised.
• Spoon the mixture into hot sterilised jars and seal while hot. Keep refrigerated.

TOMATO-BALSAMIC RELISH

Steps:

• Place all ingredients in a bowl. Set aside at room temperature to let the flavors blend.
• Garnish with fresh basil.

BALSAMIC ONION SAUCE

Steps:

• Put the vinegar, oil, onions and some salt and pepper in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are very soft and soupy, about 15 minutes.
• Stir in the chile powder and cinnamon and cook for 1 minute. Add the ketchup, 1/2 cup water, the hot sauce, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and bring to a simmer. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and cool to room temperature before serving.

CHICKEN THIGHS WITH SWEET ONION BALSAMIC RELISH

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
• Saute onions with 1/4 teaspoon of pepper for about 5 minutes, the onions should be soft and golden.
• Add 1/4 teaspoon pepper, chicken, oregano, and thyme to pan, and sprinkle with 4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar.
• Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 25 minutes or until chicken is done.
• Uncover, increase heat, and cook 2 minutes or until liquid almost evaporates.
• Stir in 1 teaspoon vinegar, and sprinkle with parsley.

BALSAMIC ONIONS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
• Cut the onions in half and slice 1/4 inch thick. Place on a baking sheet and toss with 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the onions are tender. Remove from the oven, toss with 2 more tablespoons balsamic vinegar.