Description
Unlock bold flavor with these golden, jammy caramelized onions that elevate everything from burgers to pasta. This easy recipe uses just a few ingredients and transforms ordinary onions into a rich, savory-sweet topping. Ideal for quick breakfast toast, healthy snack dips, dinner ideas, or meal prep essentials, these slow-cooked onions will become your new go-to food idea for boosting everyday meals.
Ingredients
3 large yellow onions
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons water (as needed)
Instructions
1. Peel and slice the onions in half lengthwise, then cut into thin half-moons.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add onions and salt; stir to coat well.
4. Lower heat to medium-low. Cook slowly, stirring every 5-10 minutes.
5. After 20 minutes, onions should start softening and browning.
6. Add water as needed to deglaze and prevent sticking.
7. Continue cooking 45-60 minutes total until deeply brown and jammy.
Notes
Stir gently and often to avoid burning.
Deglaze with water when brown bits form—this adds flavor.
Store in fridge up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Universal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: caramelized onions, easy side dish, healthy snack, food ideas