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How to Caramelize Onions

Knowing how to make caramelized onions is one of the best kitchen skills for a home chef to learn!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 69 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Condiments
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 large sweet onions
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 cup water, more if needed

Instructions

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  1. Peel off the outer layer of 2 large sweet onions, cut them in half, then slice them thinly.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons salted butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the onions and sauté for 5 minutes or until they start to soften.
  4. Add 1 cup water, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for 50 to 60 minutes, stirring every few minutes. Cook until the onions are very soft, golden brown, and caramelized. Be patient, this takes time! Cooking time depends on the size of your onions and the temperature. Slow and low is best.
  5. If the onions start to stick to the bottom of the pan, reduce the heat to low and add more water. Stir continuously to prevent burning.
  6. Enjoy as a topping or in various recipes!

Nutrition Information

Serving 0.25cup Calories 69kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 41mg (2%) Potassium 132mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 118IU (2%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 24mg (2%) Iron 0.3mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 69

% Daily Value*

Serving 0.25cup
Calories 69kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 41mg 2%
Potassium 132mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 118IU 2%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 0.3mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.