Caramelized Sherried Onions
Transform your kitchen with the rich, savory-sweet magic of Caramelized Sherried Onions, a recipe that elevates onions to gourmet status. Slowly caramelized to golden perfection in a blend of butter and olive oil, these soft and flavorful onions get a decadent upgrade with a splash of aromatic sherry and a hint of brown sugar. Perfectly seasoned with salt, pepper, and optional fresh thyme, this dish offers a harmonious balance of sweetness, acidity, and depth. Whether served as a decadent topping for burgers, steaks, or roasted vegetables, or as an elegant side dish, these sherried onions are a flavor-packed addition to any meal. With just a handful of simple ingredients and a touch of patience, you'll craft a versatile dish that’s as impressive as it is easy to make! Keywords: caramelized onions, sherry onions recipe, gourmet onion topping, caramelized onion side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Yellow onions
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Sherry (dry or sweet)
- 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
Peel the onions, then slice them thinly into even rings or half-moons (about 1/4-inch thick).
In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or sauté pan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until melted and bubbling.
Add the sliced onions to the pan. Stir well to coat the onions evenly in the butter and oil.
Sprinkle the salt over the onions, which will help draw out their moisture as they cook.
Reduce the heat to low or medium-low, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning. Allow the onions to cook slowly for about 30 minutes, until they soften and take on a golden-brown color.
Once the onions are evenly caramelized, add the brown sugar and stir to combine. The sugar will enhance the onions' natural sweetness and help deepen their color.
Increase the heat to medium and deglaze the pan with the sherry, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits stuck to the bottom. Stir continuously for about 3-5 minutes, until the sherry reduces and the onions are glossy.
Season with black pepper and adjust the salt if needed.
Optionally, stir in the sprigs of fresh thyme for added flavor in the last minute of cooking.
Remove from heat and serve immediately as a topping or side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
638 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.6 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2390 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.3 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.1 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 145 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 922 mg | 20% | |
*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.
