Embark on a culinary adventure with our comprehensive guide to mastering the art of caramelizing onions. Discover the secrets to transforming ordinary onions into delectable, amber-colored gems that elevate any dish with their rich, sweet, and complex flavor. Learn the techniques for achieving perfectly caramelized onions, from choosing the right variety to controlling the heat and caramelization process. With our expert tips and step-by-step instructions, you'll be able to create this versatile ingredient that adds depth and sophistication to everything from soups and stews to burgers and pizzas.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
KITTENCAL'S ONION GRAVY
I have a family of onion-lovers so I always double the recipe, this gravy has tons of flavor, if you love onions then then you will love this! If you want a dark richer gravy then omit the water and use 1 cup consomme. This is delicious served with a pork roast and mashed taters or over fries, do not add in any extra salt until end of cooking :)
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Onions
Time 35m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet heat the butter over medium heat, add in sliced onions with sugar; saute for about 20-22 minutes or until the onions are softened and lightly browned.
- Add in the flour and cook/whisk stirring for about 1 minute.
- Add/stir in water, beef broth, consomme Worcestershire sauce and black pepper; simmer stirring and scraping up the browned bits, until the gravy is slightly thickened (about 8-10 minutes).
- Season with more black pepper and add in salt if desired.
- Adjust the Worcestershire sauce to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.8, Fat 20.9, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 54.2, Sodium 679.8, Carbohydrate 27.5, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 8.3, Protein 5
KITTENCAL'S CARAMELIZED ONIONS
These are fantastic with burgers and steaks, or focaccia or anything that you want to use them with --- these freeze very well, to freeze just divide into small plastic containers then defrost in the microwave or thaw in refrigerator overnight
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Onions
Time 30m
Yield 3 onions
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a skillet, melt the butter with oil over medium-high heat; add the sliced onions then sprinkle the sugar over the onions; cook stirring with a wooden spoon for about 20-25 minutes or until onions become golden brown and tender (depending on the size of your skillet try not to use more than 4 onions at a time or they will not caramelize properly).
- Add in salt and season with black pepper to taste and continue to cook, stirring for an additional 5 minutes.
CARAMELIZED ONIONS
These lightly golden onions have a delicate taste that complements green, beans, peas and almost any type of meat. Try them over steaks, on burgers, with pork chops and more. -Melba Lowery Rockwell, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute onions in oil over medium heat until tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in vinegar and brown sugar. Cook for 10 minutes longer or until onions are golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CARAMELISED ONIONS
Master how to make sweet, sticky caramelised onions. Perfect for adding to pasta, quiches or topping burgers and sausages
Provided by Lulu Grimes
Categories Side dish
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large deep frying pan over a low heat.
- Add the onions with a generous pinch of salt and cook slowly for 30-40 mins. Stir occasionally to prevent them from sticking or burning until they become soft and golden. If the onions start to catch, add a splash of water to the pan and mix well.
- Add the sugar and vinegar to give them a sweet, slightly sharp chutney flavour. Keep cooking on a low heat for another 5 mins, stirring occasionally until the mix is sticky, the sugar has dissolved and the vinegar has reduced. The onions are now ready to serve, or use in a recipe.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 16 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 14 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium
FAMILY-FAVORITE CARAMELIZED ONIONS
This recipe was passed down to me by my mother-in-law. After a few tweaks these onions are better than ever and, to my husband's chagrin, there are rarely any leftovers. They can easily be made ahead and reheated. -Sharon Gibson, Hendersonville, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter; stir in brown sugar, lemon juice and pepper. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved, 1-2 minutes. Add onions. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until deep golden brown, 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 769mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- For the best caramelized onions, use a heavy-bottomed pan over medium-low heat. This will help to prevent the onions from burning.
- Slice the onions thinly and evenly. This will help them to caramelize evenly.
- Don't crowd the pan. If you add too many onions at once, they will steam instead of caramelize.
- Stir the onions occasionally, but not too often. Too much stirring can prevent the onions from caramelizing properly.
- Be patient! Caramelizing onions takes time. It can take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the amount of onions you are caramelizing.
- Don't add salt to the onions until the end of the cooking process. Salt can draw out the moisture from the onions and prevent them from caramelizing.
- Use caramelized onions as a topping for burgers, sandwiches, pizzas, and other dishes.
Conclusion:
Caramelized onions are a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are a great way to add flavor and complexity to your favorite recipes. With a little patience, you can easily make caramelized onions at home. So next time you're looking for a way to add a little something extra to your dish, reach for some caramelized onions. You won't be disappointed!
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