Caramelized Onions and Eggs
A comforting and flavorful egg dish topped with deeply sweet caramelized onions. Perfect for any meal of the day.
Equipment
- - Large skillet
- - Non-stick pan
- Mixing bowl
- - Whisk or fork
- Spatula
Ingredients
- #### For the Caramelized Onions:
- - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- - 3–4 medium yellow onions thinly sliced
- - Sea salt to taste
- #### For the Eggs:
- - 4 large eggs
- - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- - 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
- - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- - Optional: fresh herbs chives, parsley, thyme
Instructions
- **Caramelize the Onions**
- - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- - Add onions and a pinch of sea salt.
- - Stir occasionally for 10 minutes until translucent.
- - Reduce heat to medium-low and continue cooking for 40–60 minutes, stirring often, until onions are deep golden and jammy.
- - Add a splash of water if they stick.
- **Whisk and Cook the Eggs**
- - In a bowl, whisk eggs with sea salt until smooth.
- - Melt butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.
- - Pour in eggs and allow to set slightly.
- - Gently push eggs from edges toward the center until softly set but still glossy (about 2 minutes).
- - Remove from heat and let residual heat finish cooking.
- **Assemble and Serve**
- - Plate eggs and top with a generous spoonful of caramelized onions.
- - Sprinkle with black pepper and fresh herbs if desired.
- - Serve immediately.
Notes
- Make the onions ahead of time to speed up prep.
- Add herbs or cheese for variation.
- Use sweet onions like Vidalia for extra mellow flavor.
- Add herbs or cheese for variation.
- Use sweet onions like Vidalia for extra mellow flavor.