Published 6/26/2022 You only need onions, olive oil, and salt to make a big batch of these easy and delicious caramelized onions.
Stove Top Caramelized Onions
Raise your hand if you love caramelized onions on everything? We are big fans of making a big batch of caramelized onions in the refrigerator so we can use them on burgers, omelettes, salads, and more. Follow this caramelize onion recipe and feel free to double or triple the recipe and store them in the refrigerator for a week.
Featured Ingredients
Yellow onions: we generally use yellow onions when we make caramelized onions because they offer a simple sweetness to the caramelized onions. Olive oil: use quality olive oil to use for this recipe. It will make the onions all the better. Salt: salt is a very important ingredient in this recipe. You add salt to draw out the moisture of the onions and to bring out the delicious flavor of the onions.
Can I use any type of onion for caramelized onions?
Yes, you can use any type of onions to make caramelized onions. Every type of onion has a slightly different flavor or specialty. Caramelized onions make everything better. They had a savory and sweet flavor that few condiments add to recipes. They truly are one of a kind. Once you master caramelized onions, you will make them all the time.
White onions have a strong onion taste and tend to break down a bit easier. Be sure to watch these onions, they may take less time to cook. Yellow onions have a more mild onion flavor that tend to have a mild sweetness to them. Purple onions tend to loose their color when cooked and have a delightful and sweet flavor.
How to Slice Onions for Caramelized Onions
When preparing onions for caramelized onions, you want to make sure the onions are about 1/4-1/2-inch thick. Any thinner and the onions will disintegrate while being cooked. We also recommend that you slice all of the onions relatively the same size. You can use a sharp knife to slice them into thin strips or you can use a mandolin to ensure they are all the same exact size.
How to Caramelize Onions on the Stovetop
Storage
Let the caramelized onions cool completely and then store them in an airtight container. Store them in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. Caramelized Onions in the Oven Do not add the salt to the onions right away. You add the onions half way through the cook time so the onions don’t cook in their own liquid too early. Caramelized onions are meant to be cooked very low and slow. This should take 50-60 minutes! What type of pan you use matters. Cast iron pans and nonstick pans cook differently. Both pans work, but be sure you keep an eye on your onions not matter what type of pan you use.
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