Onions in Raisin Sauce
Elevate your side-dish game with this delightful recipe for Onions in Raisin Sauce, a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Tender pearl onions are caramelized to golden perfection before being simmered in a luscious sauce made with plump raisins, rich vegetable broth, balsamic vinegar, and a touch of honey. Fresh or dried thyme adds an aromatic herbal note, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce achieves a silky, luxurious texture. Ideal for pairing with roasted meats, holiday meals, or as a refined vegetarian option, this dish is ready in just 35 minutes, offering gourmet flavor with minimal effort. Savor the unique blend of sweetness and earthiness that makes this recipe a standout side for special occasions or cozy dinners alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams pearl onions
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 100 grams raisins
- 250 milliliters vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by peeling the pearl onions: Bring a small pot of water to a boil, add the pearl onions, and blanch for 45 seconds. Drain the onions and rinse under cold water. Trim the root ends and gently squeeze to remove the skins.
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Add the peeled pearl onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and lightly caramelized, about 8–10 minutes.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the pan with the onions. Sauté for an additional 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the raisins, vegetable broth, balsamic vinegar, honey, and thyme to the pan. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan. Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the onions to become tender and the flavors to meld.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Pour the slurry into the pan and stir to thicken the sauce. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Season the dish with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well and remove from heat.
Serve the onions in raisin sauce warm as a side dish, garnished with a sprig of fresh thyme if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1022 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.4 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1902 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.9 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 108.8 g | ||
| Protein | 15.6 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 315 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2038 mg | 43% | |
*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.
