Quick Glazed Onions

Transform your dinner table with the irresistible flavors of Quick Glazed Onions! This simple yet sophisticated recipe features tender pearl or cipollini onions luxuriously coated in a glossy balsamic and brown sugar glaze. Ready in just 35 minutes, these sweet and savory onions make the perfect side dish for roasted meats or a delectable topping for sandwiches and salads. Cooked with a harmonious blend of butter, olive oil, and seasonings, the onions develop a rich caramelized finish that’s both elegant and comforting. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, this dish will elevate any meal with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams small onions (pearl or cipollini, peeled)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0 black pepper, freshly ground (to taste)

Directions

Step 1

Peel 500 grams of small onions (like pearl or cipollini) and set them aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until melted and bubbling.

Step 3

Add the peeled onions to the pan and stir to coat them evenly in the butter and oil mixture.

Step 4

Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of brown sugar over the onions and stir gently to combine.

Step 5

Pour 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar into the pan, followed by 1 cup of water. Stir to incorporate and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Season with 0.5 teaspoons of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the pan. Allow the onions to cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure they cook evenly.

Step 8

Uncover the pan and increase the heat to medium. Let the mixture simmer for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the liquid reduces to a syrupy glaze that coats the onions.

Step 9

Remove the pan from the heat and transfer the glazed onions to a serving dish. Serve warm as a side dish or use as a topping for meats, sandwiches, or salads.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	596 grams (596.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	629

Total Fat 38.60g	49%
Saturated Fat 16.30g	82%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 1218mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 70.30g	26%
Dietary Fiber 8.80g	31%
Total Sugars 43.50g
Protein 6.00g	12%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 155mg	12%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 845mg	18%

*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: 53.2%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 43.1%