Joe's Saute Onions
Elevate the simplest of ingredients with "Joe's Sautéed Onions," a foolproof recipe that transforms humble yellow onions into a buttery, golden-brown masterpiece. Perfectly caramelized in a blend of olive oil and butter, these onions boast a rich, sweet-savory flavor balance, with the option to add a hint of sugar for extra sweetness. With just five minutes of prep and a slow 25-minute sauté to coax out their natural sugars, this dish is a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. Serve these tender, flavorful onions as a burger topping, a side dish, or a savory garnish for soups and pasta. Quick, easy, and irresistibly delicious, this recipe is your ticket to unlocking the magic of caramelized onions in any meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Yellow onions
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Sugar (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Peel the yellow onions and slice them thinly into half-moons. Ensure all slices are even for consistent cooking.
Step 2
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is fully melted and begins to bubble.
Step 3
Add the sliced onions to the skillet, spreading them out evenly in the pan.
Step 4
Sprinkle the salt over the onions to draw out their moisture. If you prefer a sweeter flavor, add the optional sugar as well.
Step 5
Stir the onions occasionally to ensure they cook evenly and don’t stick to the pan. Reduce the heat to medium-low if the onions begin to brown too quickly.
Step 6
Continue cooking the onions for 20-25 minutes, stirring every 3-5 minutes. Adjust the heat as necessary to avoid burning.
Step 7
Once the onions are soft, golden brown, and slightly caramelized, remove them from the heat.
Step 8
Serve immediately as a topping, garnish, or side, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (487.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 538.1 |
| Total Fat 40.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 31mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1198.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 43.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.9g | |
| Protein 4.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 95.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 647.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories