Whenever possible use fresh rather than frozen pearl onions for this savory side. Pair the sweet and colorful onions with a savory meat entree.—Erika Szymanski, Pullman, Washington
Caramelized Port Onions
Caramelized Port Onions
Prep Time
25 min
Cook Time
35 min
Yield
6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pearl onions, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup port wine or grape juice
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Directions
- In a Dutch oven, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add onions; return to a boil. Boil 3 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; peel onions.
- In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions; cook and stir until tender, 7-9 minutes. Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until liquid is almost evaporated, 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
1/3 cup: 180 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 126mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein.
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