Sweet Onion Sauce

Elevate your dishes with this irresistible Sweet Onion Sauce, a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors. Made with caramelized Vidalia onions, a hint of tangy white wine vinegar, and the rich sweetness of honey and brown sugar, this sauce strikes all the right notes. Soy sauce adds a touch of umami, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the perfect silky texture. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a spread for sandwiches and wraps. Whether you’re looking to impress at a dinner party or simply enhance a weeknight meal, this Sweet Onion Sauce is a must-have recipe in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 large Vidalia onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely chop the Vidalia onion.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion to the saucepan and sauté until the onions become translucent and slightly caramelized, about 10-15 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the white wine vinegar, brown sugar, honey, and soy sauce, and mix until combined.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to make a slurry.

Step 6

Add the slurry to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the sauce starts to thicken.

Step 7

Season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving or storing. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(298.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	477.0

Total Fat 28.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1182.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g	0%
Total Sugars 47.1g
Protein 3.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 57.3mg	0%
Iron 1.3mg	0%
Potassium 392.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.2%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 45.2%