Spicy Thai Basil Bacon Jam

Directions

  1. 1Mix all the ingredients for the burger glaze in a bowl, whisk, microwave for 20-30 seconds, then whisk again and set aside.
  2. 2Cook the diced bacon over medium-high heat until crispy, remove and set aside, reserving 3 tbsp of bacon grease in the pan.
  3. 3Add shallots to the pan and saute, then stir in the Thai chilis and garlic, sauteing briefly before adding the chicken stock, burger glaze, and palm sugar.
  4. 4Simmer the mixture until thickened and caramelized.
  5. 5Finish with fresh Thai basil and lime zest, stir and serve warm.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb bacon, diced
  • 3/4 cup shallot, diced
  • 1.5 tbsp thai chili, sliced thin
  • 1 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup burger glaze
  • 1/3 cup palm sugar, shaved
  • 1 tsp thai basil, sliced
  • 1/2 lime lime zest
  • 1/3 cup light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 3 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp thai basil, chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp thai chilis, minced
  • 1 lime lime juice
  • 1/3 cup palm sugar
  • 1 splash water

Equipment

bowlwhiskmicrowavepan