The art of roasting caramelized balsamic onions is a culinary journey that delights the senses. These delectable onions, bathed in the velvety embrace of balsamic vinegar, embark on a transformation, emerging from the oven with a rich, amber hue and a captivating aroma that draws you in. Their caramelized sweetness, subtly intertwined with the tangy depth of balsamic vinegar, creates a symphony of flavors that will elevate any dish. Whether you're using them as a topping for pizzas and burgers, stirring them into pasta or risotto, or savoring them as a standalone side dish, roasted caramelized balsamic onions add an irresistible touch of elegance and sophistication.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ROASTED CARAMELIZED BALSAMIC ONIONS
Warning: The aroma while cooking these is intoxicating! Serve as a side with a hearty casserole, stew, or veggie omelet! Spanish inspired!
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Onions
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450*F.
- Cut the onions into halves at the equators.
- Remove the skin and any tough outer layers.
- Do not cut off the root and stem ends and be careful not to score the layers you don't remove: uncut, the outer layer will better hold the onion together as it roasts.
- Place the onion halves cut side down in a 9-inch square baking pan.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan and stir in the vinegar, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour over the onions.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, and then turn the onions over and baste them with the pan juices.
- Bake for another 20 to 25 minutes, until easily pierced with a paring knife and the inner rings have begun to swell and rise up.
- Serve immediately or at room temperature.
- Enjoy!
BALSAMIC ONIONS
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.
ROASTED BALSAMIC ONIONS
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
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 CARAMELISED ONIONS
Slowly, slowly caramelised onions with a hint of balsamic vinegar
Provided by sylveb
Time 20h
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Put all the ingredients apart from the vinegar in a slow cooker - or a very low oven or aga (50degreesC)
- Let it cook all day - and all night if it needs it - untill the onions are soft and dark brown and reduced. If it is crisping the heat is too high. You may need to stirr it occasionally - but i usually just leave it.
- Cook for the last half hour without a lid - to help it dry out a bit.
- Stirr in the balsamic vinegar. Done!
- I serve this with Lamb or Beef - but I also keep pots of it in the freezer to top homemade bread - or to put on puff pastry with brie.
CARAMELIZED ONIONS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR (LOW FAT)
You don't need a lot of fat to make a great dish. These onions are wonderful over steaks, chops, hamburgers, pizzas, inside quesadillas, on top of brushetta, in frittatas and omelettes or beaten into mashed potatoes. You can double the batch, but cook the onions in two large skillets or they will not brown properly. Freeze leftovers in smaller containers.
Provided by Abby Girl
Categories Onions
Time 25m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet on high heat. Add onions and garlic, reduce heat to medium and cook for a few minutes without stirring to allow onions to brown a little on bottom. Stir and cook for 5 minutes longer, until onions are evenly golden and wilted.
- Sprinkle onions with sugar and vinegar. Continue to cook for 10 minutes, until onions are browned and tender.
- Season with salt and stir in parsley. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.3, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 35.9, Carbohydrate 97, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 32.6, Protein 11.8
BALSAMIC ROASTED ONIONS
Categories Onion Side Roast Quick & Easy Vinegar Winter Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Position 1 rack in center and 1 rack in bottom third of oven; preheat to 500°F. Line 2 large baking sheets with foil. Cut onions through root end into 3/4-inch-thick wedges. Place in medium bowl; toss with oil. Arrange onions, cut side down, on baking sheets. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast until onions are brown and tender, rotating pans in oven and turning onions once, about 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in heavy small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add sugar and stir until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat. Add vinegar. Return to heat. Simmer until mixture thickens slightly, about 2 minutes. (Onions and balsamic glaze can be made 1 day ahead. Cool. Cover separately and chill. Rewarm onions in 375°F oven about 15 minutes. Stir glaze over low heat to rewarm.)
- Arrange onions on platter. Drizzle glaze over. Sprinkle with parsley.
CARAMELIZED PEARL ONIONS WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE
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
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
Tips:
- Use a variety of onions for different flavors and textures. Sweet onions, like Vidalia or Walla Walla, caramelize well and have a mild flavor. Yellow onions have a stronger flavor and hold their shape better. Red onions add a pop of color and a slightly bitter flavor.
- Slice the onions thinly and evenly so they cook evenly. A mandoline slicer can help you achieve this.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot or skillet to prevent the onions from burning. A Dutch oven or cast iron skillet is a good choice.
- Cook the onions over low heat and stir them frequently. This will help them caramelize slowly and evenly.
- Don't crowd the onions in the pot or skillet. If you're cooking a lot of onions, do it in batches.
- Add a little bit of liquid, such as water, broth, or wine, to help the onions caramelize. This will also prevent them from sticking to the pot or skillet.
- Season the onions with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste. Some popular additions include garlic, thyme, rosemary, and balsamic vinegar.
- Caramelized onions can be used in a variety of dishes, including pizzas, pastas, sandwiches, and salads. They can also be used as a topping for grilled meats and vegetables.
Conclusion:
Caramelized onions are a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. So next time you're looking for a way to add some flavor to your meal, reach for a batch of caramelized onions.
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