When it comes to grilling, onions are often overlooked. Most of us think of grilling meats, vegetables like corn on the cob or asparagus, or even fruits. However, grilling whole onions is a simple yet delicious way to enjoy this versatile vegetable. Grilled onions have a smoky, caramelized flavor that pairs well with a variety of dishes. They can be used as a side dish, appetizer, or even as a main course. This article will provide you with a few simple recipes for grilling whole onions, as well as some tips for choosing the right onions and preparing them for grilling.
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GRILLED ONIONS
If you like onions, you'll love this grilled treat! When I barbeque, I like to try and make the whole meal on the grill. This dish can be prepared as an appetizer or a side dish. Enjoy!
Provided by Linda Smith
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Onion
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat grill for medium heat.
- Peel outer layer off onions. Slice a small section off of one end of each onion, and make a small hole in the center. Fill the center of each onion with a bouillon cube and 2 tablespoons butter or margarine. Replace the top of the onion, and wrap in aluminum foil.
- Place onions on grill over indirect heat, and close the lid. Cook for 1 hour, or until tender. Remove the tops, and cut into bite size chunks. Place in a serving dish with all the juices from the foil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 660.7 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
GRILLED WHOLE ONION RECIPE
Grilled whole onions are infused with deep smokey flavor. This versatile side perfectly accompanies a juicy grilled steak, pork chops or whole grilled chicken! Otherwise, cut out the core and use the onion petals as a flavorful topping to brats, hotdogs or hamburgers! It is really a versatile creation!
Provided by Fox Valley Foodie
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Using a paring knife cut out the core of the onion without cutting out the root.
- Working in a circle make deep slits towards the onion's center but do not cut the outer layer. Cuts should be 1/2" apart.
- Fill cut out hole with butter, bouillon and Worcestershire sauce.
- Wrap onion in heavy duty tin foil.
- Place on grill in indirect heat and grill for 1 hour, or until onion is soft.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 1124 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
WHOLE GRILLED ONIONS
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Slice the stem from the onions and peel them, leaving the root intact. Slice a bit of the root off, just enough to provide a flat end so they won't wobble.
- Working from the top and using a sharp knife, a small melon baller, or apple corer, cut the cores from the onions. You should have a cavity about 1-inch across and almost through to the bottom of the onion without piercing it. Use the cored-out onion pieces for another purpose.
- Salt and pepper the onion cavities and then fill each onion with 1 tablespoon of butter. Sprinkle the onions lightly with a bit more salt and pepper.
- Wrap the onions in foil, gathering at the top and twisting to seal.
- Cook in a closed grill for about 1 to 1 1/2 hours over medium indirect coals .
- Untwist top of foil and spread open about 10 minutes before serving.
- Leave them on the grill for more smoked flavor, if you like.
- Remove the onions to a serving platter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 6 g, ServingSize 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
ROASTED (OR GRILLED) WHOLE ONIONS
There are some similar recipes, but none using Worcestershire sauce - the secret to my whole onion recipe. Everyone loves them, no one believes how simple they are. You can roast in the oven or on the grill.
Provided by Deb Wolf
Categories Low Protein
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400F or get a heap of coals glowing in your grill.
- Carefully make 8 cuts down to, but not through the root end of each onion. To keep from cutting too far, it helps to put the onion inside a canning ring.
- Working with one onion at a time, place an onion onto a square of heavy duty aluminum foil.
- Very gently, push your finger into the top of the onion, to loosen the wedges enough to pour the bouillon granules into the center of the onion.
- Drizzle the onion with 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce.
- Smear 1/2 tablespoon of butter on top of the onion and into the cuts.
- Gather the corners of the foil and wrap tightly. It will look like a giant hershey kiss.
- To bake in the oven:.
- Place all wrapped onions into a baking dish so that they will stay upright.
- Roast in a 400F oven for 45 to 70 minutes or until soft.
- To roast on a grill:.
- Place the onions, individually on the grill grate. Rotate the location of the onions occasionally, being careful to keep them upright. Roast in a covered, hot grill 45 to 70 minutes or until soft.
WHOLE GRILLED ONION
One night my neighbor was placing on the grill what appeared to look like a giant Hershey kiss. When he gave me the recipe and I tried it, I was hooked. This is the easiest and best tasting way to prepare a whole sweet onion on the grill. He just used the bouillon cube but I made a few additions which really enhances the flavor. You can substitute a packet of powdered beef bouillon if you like.
Provided by DonnaMaria
Categories Onions
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Peel the onion and cut off both ends.
- With a knife or an apple corer hollow out the center of the onion about 1/2 way through.
- Place the bouillon cube or granules and the garlic clove in the hole. Press in enough cheese to fill the hole to the top.
- Place the onion on a large sheet of heavy duty foil and gather. It will resemble a "giant Hershey Kiss"
- Turn grill to med. high and place onion on grill. I use indirect heat side so the onion doesn't burn. You can also use the top shelf. Close the lid (if it pushes down top of foil, that's ok)
- Grill for 1 hour or till tender.
GRILLED ONIONS
Steps:
- Preheat grill to high. Slice onions thickly, about 1 to 1 1/2-inch thick. Place on grill for about 4 to 6 minutes.
GRILLED RED ONIONS
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Trim the a thin slice off the side of the whole, unpeeled onion. Set the onion flat on the cut surface for stability. Cut the onion into 4 (1-inch thick) slices. Remove the outer ring of skin from each slice. Drizzle the sliced onion with light colored oil and season both sides with steak seasoning or salt and pepper, to taste. Grill on hot grill or on a nonstick griddle for 5 to 7 minutes on each side until onion is tender and has begun to caramelize.
BUTTERY GRILLED ONIONS
Cooking on the grill is a year-round treat in the South. We use our grill for side dishes, like these onions, in addition to meats. This recipe usually doesn't require a trip to the grocery store, and you can prepare the onions ahead of time.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Carefully remove a 1x1-in. core from the center of each onion (save removed onion for another use). Place each onion on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 12 in. square). , Combine the butter, bouillon, garlic powder and pepper; spoon into onions. Sprinkle with sherry if desired. Fold foil around onions and seal tightly. , Grill, covered, over medium heat for 30-40 minutes or until tender. Carefully unwrap foil to allow steam to escape. Sprinkle onions with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts :
GRILLED SWEET ONIONS
These onions are so delicious, we prepare them all year long-on the grill in summer, or in an oven preheated to 350° for the same amount of time in winter. A small salad, a slice of bread, these grilled onions, and you've got a great light meal. -Mary Bilke, Eagle River, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare grill for indirect heat. Peel onions, leaving root ends intact. Cut a thin slice from the top of each, then carefully cut a 1-in. hole in the center. Cut each onion into quarters, cutting to within 1/2 in. of bottom. Place each onion on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 12 in. square)., Sprinkle bouillon, thyme, salt and pepper into centers; top with butter. If desired, drizzle with wine. Fold foil around onions, sealing tightly., Grill onions, covered, over indirect medium heat until tender, 35-40 minutes. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 1053mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
GRILLED ONION BLOSSOM
This is a great way to grill onions on a gas or charcoal grill, or even in the oven! It is very simple, too.
Provided by J.D.
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Onion
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
- Peel the onion. Slice into 6 to 8 wedges, leaving the base of the onion intact. Pull apart wedges slightly, and place butter, garlic salt and ground black pepper inside onion.
- Wrap onion tightly with aluminum foil. Place on the preheated grill. Cook 45 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.2 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Cholesterol 11.4 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 33.9 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
Tips:
- Choose the right onions: Use large, firm, and sweet onions like Vidalia or Walla Walla onions.
- Prepare the onions: Cut off the top and bottom of the onions, then peel off the outer layer of skin. Slice the onions into 1-inch thick rings.
- Marinate the onions: To add extra flavor, marinate the onion rings in a mixture of olive oil, vinegar, herbs, and spices for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
- Grill the onions: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the onion rings with oil and grill them for 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are tender and slightly charred.
- Serve the onions: Grilled onions can be served as a side dish, appetizer, or topping for burgers, sandwiches, and salads.
Conclusion:
Grilled onions are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many ways. With their smoky flavor and tender texture, grilled onions are a perfect addition to any summer cookout or barbecue. Whether you choose to marinate them before grilling or simply brush them with oil, grilled onions are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So fire up the grill and give this easy and flavorful recipe a try!
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