Description
Perfect Caramelized Onions are a sweet-savory treasure that enhances any dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large yellow onions
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons water (as needed)
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and slice the onions thinly and evenly for consistent cooking.
- Heat butter in a wide, heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions, stir to coat, and spread evenly in the pan.
- Let them cook, stirring every few minutes as they soften and release moisture.
- After about 15 minutes, reduce the heat slightly and continue cooking.
- Stir regularly and deglaze with a splash of water if they start to stick.
- Continue cooking for 40–50 minutes until the onions are deep brown and jammy.
- Stir in balsamic vinegar at the end for an optional flavor boost.
- Let cool or serve immediately as desired.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Caramelized Onions, Cooking, Recipe