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Caramelized onions in a white bowl.

Caramelized Onions Recipe (Sauteed Onions)

Chef Ryan Littley
Learn the secret to making Caramelized Onions (sauteed onions), so they come out perfectly every time! Sweet and savory, these rich, golden brown onions make the perfect accompaniment to grilled or roasted meats.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinate 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course vegetable
Cuisine American, French
Servings 6
Calories 128 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large sweet onions
  • 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ cup vegetable stock chicken stock, wine or water can also be used.

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Instructions
 

  • Peel the outer layers off the onions, then slice them down into ¼-inch slices.
    *For diced onions chop the onions after slicing them
  • Add the onions to a large bowl and season them with the sea salt. Set the onions aside and allow them marinate for 60 minutes at room temperature.
  • Place a large frying pan (or skillet) over medium heat.
  • When the pan is hot add the butter and olive oil to the pan.
  • When the butter has melted, add the onions and the macerating liquid to the pan.
  • Let the onions cook, stirring frequently for 20-25 minutes
  • When the onions have caramelized and nicely browned, pour the vegetable stock into the mixture. This will deglaze the pan.
    *Chicken stock, wine (white or red), or water can be used instead of the vegetable stock.
  • stir the onions around making sure to get all of the brown crunchy parts mixed in from the frying pan these crunchy parts add flavor to the onions
  • When the liquid has been absorbed remove the pan from the heat.
  • Use a slotted spoon to remove the sauteed onions from the pan.
  • Use the onions for a topping on your favorite cut of steak, pork chops, chicken, or cheese steak.
  • Another tasty option is to spread goat cheese over top of Italian bread and top it with the sauteed onions and enjoy as a great side dish or appertizer.

Nutrition

Calories: 128kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 441mgPotassium: 198mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 139IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 0.5mg
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