Description
Caramelized onions are a culinary treasure that transforms ordinary dishes into extraordinary delights. Their deep, sweet-savory flavor enhances everything from burgers to soups, adding a rich dimension that elevates your meals. With just a few simple ingredients and an easy cooking process, you can create these golden-brown gems in no time. Whether you’re preparing a cozy family dinner or planning a festive gathering, caramelized onions are the perfect addition to many recipes, making them a must-have ingredient in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 medium or large onions, sliced
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add sliced onions.
- Cook for about 10 minutes on high heat, stirring constantly until the onions start to brown.
- Reduce heat to medium and sprinkle with salt. Continue cooking for an additional 10 minutes, stirring regularly.
- Lower heat further and cook for another 10 minutes until the onions are soft and deeply caramelized.
- Remove from heat and deglaze with balsamic vinegar, stirring to combine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg