Fried Apples Onions

Sweet meets savory in this irresistible recipe for Fried Apples and Onions, a perfect blend of caramelized goodness and warm autumn flavors. Golden slices of onion are sautéed in rich, melted butter until they turn soft and aromatic, then paired with tender wedges of Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples. A touch of brown sugar and a pinch of cinnamon lend a comforting sweetness, perfectly balanced by hints of salt and black pepper. This quick and easy side dish, ready in just 30 minutes, delivers a hearty combination of textures and flavors that pairs beautifully with pork chops, roasted chicken, or even served as a standalone vegetarian treat. Make it your next go-to recipe for a cozy, seasonal meal idea!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 medium (sliced into thin rings) yellow onion
• 3 medium (cored and sliced into thin wedges) apples (suggested: Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté, stirring occasionally, for about 6-8 minutes or until they become soft and start to caramelize.

Step 3

Increase the heat slightly and add the apple slices to the skillet with the onions.

Step 4

Sprinkle the brown sugar and ground cinnamon evenly over the apples and onions. Stir everything together to coat the mixture in the sugar and spices.

Step 5

Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir gently to combine, ensuring the apples and onions are evenly seasoned.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender but still hold their shape.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the fried apples and onions to a serving dish. Serve warm as a side dish or topping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	821.9 grams (821.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	717

Total Fat 37.10g	48%
Saturated Fat 21.20g	106%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 93mg	31%
Sodium 1202mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 107.50g	39%
Dietary Fiber 17.70g	63%
Total Sugars 78.20g
Protein 4.20g	8%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 108mg	8%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 940mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.8%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 55.1%