Lots of Onions
Bring the humble onion to center stage with the "Lots of Onions" recipe, a celebration of caramelized goodness featuring a mix of yellow, red, sweet onions, and shallots. Slowly cooked to golden perfection in a rich blend of butter and olive oil, these onions are infused with aromatic thyme and a hint of tangy balsamic vinegar for added depth. With just a touch of optional sugar to enhance their natural sweetness, this versatile dish becomes the ultimate topping for burgers, steaks, or flatbreads—or a savory companion to crusty bread. Perfect for onion lovers and slow-cooking enthusiasts alike, this recipe transforms everyday pantry ingredients into an irresistible side dish. Ready in under an hour, "Lots of Onions" is your go-to for impressing with gourmet flavor simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Yellow onions
- 2 medium Red onions
- 3 whole Shallots
- 2 large Sweet onions (e.g., Vidalia)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Thyme leaves (fresh)
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional)
Instructions
Peel and slice all onions and shallots into thin, even slices. Try to keep the slices consistent in thickness to ensure even cooking.
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
Add the butter and olive oil to the pan. Swirl until melted and combined.
Throw in all the sliced onions and shallots. Stir to coat them in the butter and oil mixture.
Sprinkle the salt and pepper over the onions and stir again.
Lower the heat to medium-low and let the onions cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for about 25-30 minutes. This step allows the onions to caramelize and develop their natural sweetness. Be patient and avoid turning up the heat.
When the onions start to turn golden brown, add the thyme leaves and continue to cook for another 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
If desired, sprinkle the sugar over the onions to enhance their sweetness. Stir to combine.
Drizzle the balsamic vinegar into the onions and mix well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to let the vinegar reduce slightly and meld with the onions.
Remove the pan from heat. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Serve immediately as a topping for burgers, steaks, or flatbreads, or as a side dish with toasted bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.5 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.7 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 2432 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.1 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.1 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.2 g | ||
| Protein | 17.2 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 346 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2265 mg | 48% | |
*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.
