Description

This How to Make Caramelized Onions recipe offers an easy way to create sweet, golden onions that enhance sandwiches, dips, and more. With just a few simple ingredients, enjoy the mouthwatering depth of flavor perfect for any dish.

Ingredients

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4 lbs medium or large yellow onions
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt

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Instructions

Cut the onions in half from root to tip and remove the root with a paring knife.
Thinly slice the onion halves into ¼-inch thick half moons and gather into a bowl.
Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add a handful of onions to the pot, stirring often, until soft and translucent for about 2 minutes. Repeat until all onions are added.
Reduce heat to medium-low, cooking onions while stirring occasionally for 45-50 minutes until they caramelize to a deep brown color.
Season the caramelized onions with brown sugar and salt, stirring for 5-7 minutes until well combined, then remove from heat.
Let the onions cool, then transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to a week.

Notes

Use a large pot to allow onions to spread out and cook evenly.
Stir onions frequently to avoid burning, especially as they caramelize.
Caramelized onions can be used in various dishes like soups, sandwiches, and dips.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
Calories: 150
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 30mg