Description
Delicious caramelized onions that enhance the flavor of various dishes with their sweet and savory profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 pounds sweet onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
Instructions
- Peel the onions and cut off both ends. Slice them in half, creating half moons, and then thinly julienne style to create uniform pieces.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium-high heat until foamy.
- Add the sliced onions and sauté, stirring often, for about 10 minutes until they soften and turn translucent.
- Reduce heat to medium and stir in salt and sugar. Cook for another 35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown and almost syrupy.
- Use as desired, or store for later use.
Notes
These caramelized onions can be used as toppings or mixed into various dishes. Store in an airtight container up to a week in the fridge or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: caramelized onions, comfort food, French cuisine, onion recipes, homemade toppings
