Make Caramelized Onion for your lunch and dinner! It is a nutritious dish that is very tasty!
Caramelized Onion
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
40
minutesCooking time
30
minutesMake caramelized onion using the ingredients suggested below and following the step-by-step instructions.
Ingredients
4 large onions, cut into thin slices
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
2 teaspoons sugar (optional, but helps with caramelization)
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
1/4 cup red wine or balsamic vinegar (optional, for flavor)
Directions
- Peel the onions and cut them into thin slices.
- Heat the olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions to the skillet and stir to coat with the oil/butter.
- Cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add sugar, if using. - Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking the onions for another 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
The onions should be golden and caramelized. - If using red wine or balsamic vinegar, add it to the skillet after the onions are caramelized.
Stir well to deglaze the bottom of the pan and mix the flavors. - Season the caramelized onions with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using.
