Melted Onions
Elevate your side dish game with these luxurious Melted Onions, an irresistible recipe that transforms humble yellow onions into a silky, caramelized masterpiece. Slowly cooked in a blend of unsalted butter and olive oil, these onions become tender enough to "melt" in your mouth, infused with the earthy aroma of fresh thyme. Perfectly seasoned with kosher salt and black pepper, this dish achieves a golden, velvety texture after 90 minutes of gentle stovetop cooking. Serve these golden gems as a decadent accompaniment to roasted meats, a savory topping for crusty bread, or even as a unique side for your favorite entrees. With its rich flavors and versatile applications, Melted Onions is the perfect recipe to add a touch of elegance to any meal. Keywords: melted onions recipe, caramelized onions, slow-cooked onions, savory side dish, rich onion topping.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large yellow onions
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cup water or stock (optional)
Instructions
Peel the yellow onions and cut them into quarters through the root end to keep slices intact.
Heat a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-low heat. Add the unsalted butter and olive oil, letting the butter melt completely.
Add the onions to the pan, cut side down in a single layer. Sprinkle with kosher salt and black pepper.
Place the thyme sprigs on top of the onions. Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid to trap steam.
Cook the onions over low heat for 15 minutes without disturbing them, allowing them to soften.
Remove the lid and flip the onions gently to ensure even cooking. Reduce the heat even further if needed to prevent browning.
Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for 60-75 minutes until the onions become golden, silky, and soft enough to melt in your mouth.
If the onions begin to stick to the pan, add 1-2 tablespoons of water or stock to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits.
Remove the thyme sprigs before serving, and season with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve warm as a side dish, spread on bread, or as a topping for meats and vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
925 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.9 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.7 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 632 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 219 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1355 mg | 29% | |
*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.
