It is made through a process of slow cooking the bacon, along with onions, vinegar, brown sugar and spices, before mixing it in a food processor.

In 2015, Martin and Suzie Cowley of Wales claimed to have invented Bacon Jam.

[1] However, Chef Mike Oraschewsky stated they started making Bacon Jams in 2013.

Variations on this recipe include altering the cooking time between two and six hours, and adding other ingredients such as maple syrup, garlic, a variety of spices and bourbon.

In a traditional dish, the preparation of bacon takes place over two months, which includes freezing the meat two to three times.