Description
Discover the secrets to creating the Best Caramelized Onions with this easy Carmelized Onion Recipe. Transform ordinary onions into delectable, sweet, and savory delights that will elevate any dish they accompany.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 tablespoons (90 g) unsalted butter
- 3 pounds (1.4 kg) yellow onions, sliced 1/8 inch thick
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Melt the unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced yellow onions and stir gently to ensure even coating with the butter.
- Allow them to cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking, stirring every 5 to 10 minutes, until onions are golden brown and sweet.
- Season with kosher salt and black pepper as desired.
- Once onions are deep brown and soft, remove from heat and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve or use as desired.
Notes
- Patience is key to prevent burning and achieve caramelized perfection.
- Yellow onions are recommended for their balance of sweetness and moisture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
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