Sautéed Onions for Steak
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Sautéed Onions for Steak
Description
Sautéed Onions for Steak call for thinly sliced sweet onions cooked gently in olive oil over medium-low heat. The onions require slow cooking, stirring every few minutes to ensure even caramelization without burning. Butter is added partway through to enrich the flavor and texture. Cooking continues until the onions develop a deep caramel color and a naturally sweet taste.
The gradual cooking concentrates the onions' sugars and softens their texture, resulting in a flavorful component ideal for topping grilled or pan-seared steaks or complementing baked chicken. Optional additions like a pinch of sugar or water can adjust sweetness or prevent sticking early in the cooking.
This recipe encourages use of a stainless steel skillet for better browning and suggests deglazing the pan to incorporate flavorful browned bits. The notes offer guidance for prepping onions ahead, proper storage, freezing tips, and reheating directions to maintain quality and convenience.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. sweet onion about 4-5 small onions
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tbsp. butter
- ½ tsp. salt to taste
- sugar optional*
- water optional*
Instructions
- Prepare the Onions: Thinly cut onions into ¼-inch slices.
- Cook in a Skillet: Add olive oil and onions to a large stainless steel skillet over medium-low heat. Cook onions for 30-50 minutes, stirring every 3-5 minutes.* (In the beginning you can wait a little bit longer between stirs. Towards the end you will want to keep a close eye on the onions, to prevent burning.)
- Add Butter: After about 25 minutes, the onions will start to become a light yellow color. Add butter and stir to combine. You’ll know the onions are done cooking when they reach a caramel color and have a natural sweetness to them.
- Serve sautéed onions with your favorite filet mignon, baked chicken, or recipe of choice.
Notes
- Pre-slice onions and store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days to save prep time.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months; thaw before reheating gently.
- Use a large stainless steel skillet for even browning and to help the onions caramelize properly.
- Add a pinch of baking soda to speed caramelization but expect a jam-like texture.
- Deglaze the pan with water, stock, or wine to incorporate flavorful browned bits into the onions.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 82 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 82kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 142mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 135mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 46IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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