Kittencal's Caramelized Onions
Elevate your dishes with the deep, sweet-savory flavor of Kittencal’s Caramelized Onions, an irresistible recipe that transforms simple yellow onions into a golden, velvety topping perfect for burgers, sandwiches, or charcuterie boards. With just a handful of kitchen staples—unsalted butter, olive oil, and the optional addition of sugar for sweetness or balsamic vinegar for a tangy finish—this recipe unlocks the magic of patience through a slow, 45-minute caramelization process. The result? Richly golden onions with layers of complex flavor, ideal for enhancing everything from pastas to pizzas. Whether you’re meal-prepping or serving it fresh, these melt-in-your-mouth caramelized onions will take your cooking to gourmet levels.
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Ingredients
- 4 large Yellow onions
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional, for enhanced sweetness)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 teaspoons Balsamic vinegar (optional, for depth of flavor)
Directions
Step 1
Peel and slice the onions thinly into half-moon shapes.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is fully melted and begins to foam.
Step 3
Add the sliced onions to the skillet, spreading them out in an even layer.
Step 4
Sprinkle the salt (and optional sugar, if desired) over the onions to help draw out their natural moisture.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook the onions, stirring every 5–7 minutes to ensure even caramelization.
Step 6
If the onions start to stick to the pan, deglaze with a splash of water, stirring to release the browned bits.
Step 7
After 30–35 minutes, the onions should be golden brown and tender. For enhanced depth of flavor, stir in balsamic vinegar and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from heat and allow the onions to cool slightly before serving or using them as a topping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (673.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 722.1 |
| Total Fat 52.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1209.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 62.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.4g | |
| Protein 6.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 134.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 896.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories