Savory Caramelized Onions: Elevate Your Home Cooking Game
Learn to create richly flavored caramelized onions that enhance a variety of dishes, making them a must-try culinary staple.
Equipment
- 12-inch cast-iron skillet
Ingredients
For the Cooking
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Adds richness and facilitates cooking
- 4 medium yellow onions Can substitute with Vidalia or white onions
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt Enhances flavor and aids in moisture release
Instructions
How to Make Caramelized Onions
- Begin by halving and slicing 4 medium yellow onions evenly.
- In a 12-inch cast-iron skillet, warm up 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions to the skillet, sautéing them for about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle in ½ teaspoon of sea salt and reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Continue to cook the onions for 50 to 80 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Check for doneness; your onions should be a rich, golden brown.
Notes
For a touch of sophistication, deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine at the end.