Description
Caramelized onions are a culinary treasure that can elevate any dish with their rich, sweet, and savory flavor. Whether you’re adding them to burgers, pasta, or gourmet pizzas, mastering how to make caramelized onions is essential for any home cook. The process may require patience, but with just a few simple ingredients and techniques, you can create a delicious addition that transforms ordinary meals into extraordinary experiences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 3 large yellow onions (peeled, halved, thinly sliced)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme (leaves only)
- 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Heat butter and canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted.
- Add sliced onions, kosher salt, and thyme leaves; stir well and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover with a lid, and allow the onions to sweat for sweetness development.
- Continue cooking for up to 1 hour, stirring every 10–15 minutes to ensure even caramelization.
- In the last 10 minutes, add white balsamic vinegar if desired to enhance flavor. Cook until deeply caramelized.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg