Make Ahead Caramelized Onions
Transform your dishes with the rich, sweet-savory magic of Make Ahead Caramelized Onions! This recipe is a game-changer for anyone looking to add depth and flavor to meals without the last-minute hassle. Six large yellow onions are slowly cooked in a luscious blend of butter and olive oil until perfectly golden and irresistibly tender, enhanced by a touch of salt and optional sugar for added sweetness. With minimal hands-on time, these caramelized onions can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge or freezer, making them the ultimate flavor-packed time-saver for burgers, pastas, pizzas, or soups. Perfectly versatile and easy to make, this recipe is a must-have addition to your culinary repertoire—effortlessly elevating your weeknight dinners and special occasions alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large yellow onions
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoons sugar (optional)
- 0.25 cups water
Instructions
Peel the onions and slice them thinly into even half-moon shapes. Aim for slices about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick to ensure even cooking.
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or sauté pan over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter. Let the butter melt completely.
Once the butter has melted, add the sliced onions to the pan and stir to coat them evenly in the oil and butter mixture.
Sprinkle the salt over the onions to help them release their moisture and enhance their flavor.
Optional: If you prefer a sweeter flavor, sprinkle the sugar over the onions at this stage.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook the onions for 40-45 minutes, stirring every 5-7 minutes to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
If the onions begin to dry out or stick to the pan, add a splash of water (about 1-2 tablespoons at a time) to deglaze the pan and loosen any stuck bits.
Continue cooking until the onions are deeply golden, soft, and have a jam-like consistency.
Remove the pan from the heat and let the caramelized onions cool slightly before storing.
Transfer the onions to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week, or freeze in small portions for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
836 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.8 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1362 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.3 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 1324 mg | 28% | |
*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.
