Best 11 Balsamic Roasted Pearl Onions Recipes

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Balsamic roasted pearl onions are a delicious and elegant side dish that can be enjoyed all year round. Their sweet and tangy flavor makes them the perfect complement to a variety of dishes, from roasted meats to grilled vegetables. Plus, they're incredibly easy to make! If you're looking for a simple and flavorful dish that will elevate your next meal, balsamic roasted pearl onions are the way to go.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BALSAMIC-GLAZED PEARL ONIONS



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Deeply caramelized with balsamic vinegar until glossy and browned, these sweet and tangy jewels are a gorgeous addition to your holiday plate. We actually prefer frozen, peeled pearl onions over fresh for convenience; you save a lot of time by not peeling fresh pearl onions. You will be tempted to stir the pan frequently as the liquid reduces, but the onions need time to cook undisturbed in order to get deeply browned. Keep the heat low so the liquid in the pan doesn't dry up too quickly.

Provided by Adam Dolge

Time 50m

Yield Serves 6 (serving size: 1/2 cup)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
2 (14.5-oz.) pkg. frozen pearl onions, thawed and drained
2 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup water, as needed
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium. Add onions; cook 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add sugar; cook 2 minutes. Stir in vinegar. Cover, reduce heat, and cook 25 minutes, adding up to 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if pan seems dry. Stir in remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons butter, salt, and pepper. Top with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115, Carbohydrate 21 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 249 mg, Sugar 13 g, UnsaturatedFat 1 g

BALSAMIC-GLAZED PEARL ONIONS



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This makes a fantastic side dish to a prime-rib beef roast or a pork roast dinner, or to any beef or pork dish! This will serve about 6 people but can easily be doubled. Use a large package of frozen pearl onions for this recipe, and also fresh pearl onions can be used, just blanch in boiling water, cool then peel.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Onions

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

9 cups frozen pearl onions
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon sugar (optional or to taste)
salt and pepper
1 -2 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a large skillet heat oil over medium-high heat, then saute the onions until lightly browned (about 5-6 minutes).
  • Add in balsamic vinegar and water; simmer stirring occasionally until the onions are tender (about 12-15 minutes).
  • Transfer the onions to a bowl using a slotted spoon (reserve the liquid).
  • Simmer the reserved liquid until thick and syrupy and reduced to about 1/2 cup.
  • Season the liquid with salt and pepper and a little sugar if desired.
  • Transfer the onions back to the skillet and coat with the liquid.
  • Add in the butter, stirring and heat slightly until the butter has melted.
  • Transfer to a bowl.
  • Delicious.

BALSAMIC ONIONS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     condiment

Time 17m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 small red onions
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons good balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup good olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Cut the onions in half and slice 1/4 inch thick. Place on a baking sheet and toss with 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the onions are tender. Remove from the oven, toss with 2 more tablespoons balsamic vinegar.

BALSAMIC-ROASTED PEARL ONIONS



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Dark, sweet-tart balsamic vinegar adds tangy depth to roasted vegetables.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen pearl onions, thawed and patted dry, or 1 1/4 pounds fresh
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. If using fresh onions, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes to loosen skins; using a paring knife, cut off ends, and peel onions.
  • Toss onions with vinegar and oil on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Roast until onions are tender, 25 to 30 minutes, stirring 2 or 3 times and rotating baking sheet halfway through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g

ROASTED BALSAMIC ONIONS



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 large white onions, peeled and quartered
3 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, toss the onion quarters with the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sugar, and season with salt and pepper. Place in an ovenproof, large, nonstick skillet, spreading them out in an even layer. Cover the skillet with aluminum foil. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, and then remove the foil. Toss the onions well to coat with the reduced balsamic glaze and put back in the oven to roast another 20 to 25 minutes. Serve warm.

BALSAMIC-AND DIJON-GLAZED HAM WITH ROASTED PEARL ONIONS



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Make and share this Balsamic-And Dijon-Glazed Ham With Roasted Pearl Onions recipe from Food.com.

Provided by yooper

Categories     Ham

Time 2h55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs white pearl onions
1 cup packed brown sugar
5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup butter, diced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
8 -10 lbs half ham shank, fully cooked,fat trimmed to 1/2 inch thickness

Steps:

  • Cook onions in large pot of boiling salted water 2 minutes; drain.
  • Trim root ends, leaving base intact.
  • Peel.
  • (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Preheat oven to 325.
  • Combine sugar, vinegar, and mustard in bowl for glaze.
  • Transfer onions to 11x7x2-inch glass baking dish.
  • Add 2/3 cup glaze, butter, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/2 cup water; toss to coat.
  • Cover with foil.
  • Line large roasting pan with foil.
  • Making 1/2-inch-deep slits, score ham with diamond pattern.
  • Place ham in pan and roast 45 minutes.
  • Place onions in oven.
  • Roast ham and onions 25 minutes.
  • Uncover onions.
  • Continue roasting onions and ham 50 minutes.
  • Baste ham with some of glaze.
  • Continue to roast ham and onions until deep brown and glazed, brushing ham with glaze every 10 minutes, about 30 minutes longer.
  • Transfer ham to large platter.
  • Transfer onion mixture to bowl.
  • Serve ham, passing onion mixture seperately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 937.7, Fat 67.6, SaturatedFat 24.5, Cholesterol 215.8, Sodium 446.1, Carbohydrate 26.4, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 22, Protein 52.8

BALSAMIC-GLAZED PEARL ONIONS



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The balsamic glaze on these pearl onions lends a sweetness to this side dish that's perfect for Thanksgiving dinner, but easy enough for a weeknight. Serve with our Salt and Pepper Turkey.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 bags (10 ounces each) red or white pearl onions, trimmed and peeled
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons butter
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine onions, wine, butter, and 1 cup water; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until onions are tender and liquid has evaporated, about 15 minutes (if onions are large, increase cooking time and add more water).
  • Add vinegar and cook until sauce thickens and onions are glazed, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 g, Fat 4 g, Protein 1 g

BALSAMIC-GLAZED PEARL ONIONS



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Enjoy this delicious onion glazed with balsamic vinegar and garnish with parsley that's ready in just 30 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 bags (16 ounces each) frozen small whole onions
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Chopped fresh Italian parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • Melt butter in 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook frozen onions in butter about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until water from onions is reduced and onions begin to soften.
  • Stir vinegar and sugar into onions. Cook, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced to a glaze consistency. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

BALSAMIC-GLAZED PEARL ONIONS



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Categories     Onion     Side     Sauté     Vinegar     Fall     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 1/2 pounds assorted pearl onions such as red, white, and/or yellow (about 8 cups)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • In a saucepan of boiling water blanch one third of onions 3 minutes and drain. Blanch remaining onions in batches in same manner. Cool onions and peel.
  • In a large heavy skillet heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté onions until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add vinegar and water and simmer, stirring occasionally, until onions are tender, about 15 minutes. Transfer onions with a slotted spoon to a platter, reserving liquid. Glazed onions may be prepared up to this point 2 days ahead and onions and reserved liquid, chilled separately, covered. Reheat onions in reserved liquid, adding a little water if necessary, and transfer with slotted spoon to platter. Simmer reserved liquid until thickened and syrupy and reduced to about 1/2 cup.
  • Spoon sauce over onions and serve warm at room temperature.

CARAMELIZED PEARL ONIONS WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE



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Make sure the frozen pearl onions go straight from the freezer into the roasting pan. Adjust the oven rack to the lowest position - closest to the heating element. And don't forget that sprinkling of sugar to help the browning.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Categories     Side Dish

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (16 ounce) bags frozen white pearl onions, left frozen, excess ice removed
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 cup balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to low position and heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Toss onions with oil, sugar, salt and pepper in medium bowl. Transfer to a cookie sheet with rim in a single layer. Roast onions until golden brown, about 30 minutes, stirring at 20 minutes and again at 25 minutes, adding garlic at this point.
  • Meanwhile, bring vinegar to boil; simmer over medium-high heat, about 10 minutes, until reduced to 1/3 cup - it should be a thin syrup. Put onions into a bowl, add reduced vinegar and parsley; toss to coat. Serve hot, warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Fat 7.1 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 28.4 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

BALSAMIC- AND DIJON-GLAZED HAM WITH ROASTED PEARL ONIONS



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Categories     Mustard     Onion     Roast     Easter     Vinegar     Ham     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds pearl onions
1 cup (packed) dark brown sugar
5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, diced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 8- to 10-pound half ham shank, fully cooked, fat trimmed to 1/2-inch thickness

Steps:

  • Cook onions in large pot of boiling salted water 2 minutes; drain. Trim root ends, leaving base intact. Peel. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Combine sugar, vinegar, and mustard in bowl for glaze. Transfer onions to 11x7x2-inch glass baking dish. Add 2/3 cup glaze, butter, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/2 cup water; toss to coat. Cover with foil.
  • Line large roasting pan with foil. Making 1/2-inch-deep slits, score ham with diamond pattern. Place ham in pan and roast 45 minutes. Place onions in oven. Roast ham and onions 25 minutes. Uncover onions. Continue roasting onions and ham 50 minutes.
  • Baste ham with some of glaze. Continue to roast ham and onions until deep brown and glazed, brushing ham with glaze every 10 minutes, about 30 minutes longer. Transfer ham to large platter. Transfer onion mixture to bowl. Serve ham, passing onion mixture separately.

Tips:

  • Select Small Onions: Choose pearl onions that are about 1 inch in diameter. Smaller onions will cook more evenly and hold their shape better.
  • Trim and Peel: Trim the root ends of the onions and use a sharp knife to make a small X-shaped cut in the bottom of each onion. This will help the onions cook evenly and prevent them from bursting.
  • Use Good Quality Balsamic Vinegar: The quality of the balsamic vinegar you use will greatly impact the flavor of the dish. Choose a balsamic vinegar that is aged for at least 12 years for the best flavor.
  • Roast at a High Temperature: Roasting the onions at a high temperature will help to caramelize them and give them a slightly crispy exterior.
  • Stir Occasionally: Stir the onions occasionally while they are roasting to ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Garnish with Fresh Herbs: Once the onions are roasted, garnish them with fresh herbs such as thyme, rosemary, or parsley for an extra pop of flavor.

Conclusion:

Balsamic roasted pearl onions are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. They are easy to make and can be roasted in the oven or on the grill. The balsamic vinegar adds a slightly sweet and tangy flavor to the onions, while the roasting process brings out their natural sweetness. These onions are perfect for a special occasion dinner or a simple weeknight meal.

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