Caramelized Onions Recipe | How To Caramelize Onions
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 142kcal
Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g
Ingredients
- 4 Yellow Onions thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Granulated Sugar optional
- 1 tsp Balsamic Vinegar optional
Instructions
- Slice your onions thinly. The more uniform your slices, the more evenly they will caramelize.
- In a wide, heavy-bottomed skillet, heat a generous drizzle of olive oil over medium-low heat.
- Add your sliced onions to the skillet and stir to coat them in the oil. Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the onions to help release their moisture.
- This is where patience comes in. Lower the heat to its lowest setting and let the onions cook slowly. Stir occasionally to ensure even caramelization.
- It will take about 30-45 minutes for the onions to turn a beautiful deep golden brown. This slow cooking allows the natural sugars to develop, creating that sweet, caramelized flavor.
- If desired, you can add a pinch of sugar or a splash of balsamic vinegar during the last 5 minutes of cooking for extra sweetness and flavor.
- Allow your caramelized onions to cool before transferring them to an airtight container.