Description
A gourmet dish of caramelized onions featuring a delightful interplay of sweetness and umami, perfect for refined gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large yellow onions, peeled and sliced into thin rings
- 2 tablespoons room temperature butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- Fresh thyme, finely chopped (for garnish)
- Flaky sea salt (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add the sliced onions, stirring gently to coat.
- Sauté the onions for about 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn a rich golden brown.
- Add balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to the pan. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Sample the mixture and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh thyme and flaky sea salt for a refined finish.
Notes
Use Vidalia or Walla Walla onions for enhanced sweetness. Experiment with honey and consider adding a splash of dry white wine for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg