Description
Perfectly golden and tender onion rounds, slowly cooked to bring out their natural sweetness and rich, deep flavor — ideal for topping burgers, steaks, or enjoying on their own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large onions, peeled and sliced into thick rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional for extra richness)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional for added depth)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil (and butter if using) in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
- Add onion rounds carefully, keeping them intact. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes until golden on the bottom.
- Flip gently and continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes, until caramelized and tender.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar if desired, and cook 1-2 minutes more.
- Serve warm as a topping or side.
Notes
- Cook low and slow for the best caramelization without burning.
- Great as a burger, steak, or sandwich topping, or as a side dish.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge and reheated gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 portion
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
