Description
Caramelized onions are a culinary treasure, transforming dishes with their rich, sweet flavor and golden hue. This simple recipe guides you in creating these luscious morsels at home, perfect for enhancing everything from burgers to pastas. The slow cooking process unlocks the natural sweetness of onions, resulting in a depth of flavor that elevates any meal. Whether you’re preparing a casual weeknight dinner or hosting a festive gathering, caramelized onions are your secret ingredient for gourmet touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 medium or large onions, sliced
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over high heat. Add sliced onions and cook for about 10 minutes while stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking for another 10 minutes, adding a pinch of salt to enhance flavor.
- Lower the heat further if needed and cook for an additional 10 minutes on medium or low, stirring occasionally.
- Once the onions reach your desired color and sweetness, remove from heat and deglaze with balsamic vinegar, mixing well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg