Braised Whiskey Onions
Elevate your meals with the smoky-sweet magic of Braised Whiskey Onions! This irresistible side dish combines tender caramelized yellow onions with rich whiskey, brown sugar, and a splash of balsamic vinegar for a perfectly balanced blend of savory and sweet flavors. With just a handful of pantry staples like butter, olive oil, and fresh thyme, this recipe comes together in under an hour, making it an ideal topping for burgers, steaks, sandwiches, or even as a standalone treat. The whiskey adds a bold depth, while the subtle tang of balsamic vinegar brightens every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, these braised onions are sure to add a gourmet touch to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Yellow onions
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Whiskey
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
Peel the onions and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rings.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the sliced onions to the pan and stir to coat them evenly in the butter and oil mixture.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the onions, stirring well. Reduce the heat to medium-low to prevent burning.
Cook the onions for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and start to caramelize.
Once the onions are golden brown, add the brown sugar and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to melt the sugar.
Deglaze the pan by pouring in the whiskey, stirring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Add the balsamic vinegar and, if using, the fresh thyme sprigs. Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes until the liquid reduces to a syrupy consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Remove the thyme sprigs (if used), and serve the braised whiskey onions warm as a side dish or topping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
511 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.6 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1204 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 898 mg | 19% | |
*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.
