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Overhead view of golden caramelized onions in a skillet, showcasing their rich color and glossy texture.
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5 from 3 votes

Caramelized Onions

These velvety-smooth Caramelized Onions are a budget-friendly way to add extra flavor to any meal! Add them to burgers, pasta, and more!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Total Cost: ($2.16 recipe / $0.13 serving)
Servings: 16 servings, 2 Tbsp per serving (makes 2 cups total)
Calories: 22kcal
Author: Jess Rice

Ingredients

  • 3 medium onions $1.80
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil $0.20
  • 1 Tbsp butter $0.13
  • ½ tsp salt $0.03

Instructions

  • Peel and slice onions into even strips.
  • Melt butter and olive oil in pan over medium high heat.
  • Add onions and use tongs to evenly coat with oil.
  • Season onions with salt to help release water.
  • Allow onions to cook at medium high heat for 5-10 minutes, or until onions begin to soften and turn golden brown.
  • Once browning begins, lower heat to medium and cook at this heat for 35-40 minutes.
  • Stir every few minutes to prevent sticking.
  • When onions are a deep golden brown, they are done!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 22kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 79mg | Fiber: 0.4g