Cebolla con Vinagre [Recipe + Video] Sautéed Red Onions
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
57 kcal
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Cuisine
South American, Dominican
Cebolla con Vinagre [Recipe + Video] Sautéed Red Onions
Description
This recipe for Cebolla con Vinagre highlights the transformation of red onions as they are slowly sautéed in olive oil until just translucent, allowing their natural sweetness to emerge. The addition of apple cider vinegar introduces a bright acidity that intensifies the onions' color, ranging from bright pink to purple depending on the onion variety used. The gentle seasoning of salt and freshly cracked black pepper enhances the balance of flavors without overpowering the onions.
The cooking method involves low heat, which softens the onions without browning them, preserving their delicate texture and tangy flavor. The result is a lightly pickled, tender onion garnish that can be used to complement meats, salads, or sandwiches.
Serving is straightforward: remove from heat and use immediately as a garnish to add both color and a mild, tangy crunch to dishes. Its simplicity makes it a convenient addition to meals requiring a punch of acidity and sweetness.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 red onion sliced thinly, large
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt (or more, to taste)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper or to taste, freshly-cracked or ground
Instructions
1. Cooking onions
- Heat oil in a large skillet or pan over low heat. Add onions and cook and stir until they slightly translucent (2-3 minutes).
2. Adding vinegar
- Pour in vinegar and season with pepper, and salt to taste.Stir until the onions turn a bright color (2 minutes). It can go from bright pink to bright purple depending on the onion you used.
3. Serving
- Remove from the heat.Use this to garnish the dishes in the serving suggestions above the recipe.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 57 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 57kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 389mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 57mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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