Best 8 Roasted Caramelized Balsamic Onions Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our exquisite Roasted Caramelized Balsamic Onions, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These caramelized onions are slow-roasted to perfection, achieving a delightful balance between sweetness and acidity. Drizzled with balsamic vinegar and a touch of brown sugar, they transform into a delectable side dish or a versatile ingredient to elevate various dishes.

This article presents a collection of delectable recipes featuring our caramelized balsamic onions. From the classic Roasted Caramelized Balsamic Onions as a simple yet elegant side, to the sophisticated Caramelized Balsamic Onion Tart, a savory delight perfect for entertaining, each recipe showcases the versatility of this culinary gem.

Indulge in the hearty and comforting Caramelized Balsamic Onion and Sausage Pasta, a delightful fusion of flavors. Experience the unique and tangy Caramelized Balsamic Onion and Goat Cheese Crostini, a perfect appetizer or party snack. And for a luscious vegetarian option, the Caramelized Balsamic Onion and Roasted Red Pepper Panini offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors.

With detailed instructions and helpful tips, these recipes cater to home cooks of all levels, ensuring success in creating these delectable dishes. Prepare to impress your family and friends with the irresistible aromas and flavors of Roasted Caramelized Balsamic Onions, a culinary masterpiece that adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to any meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROASTED CARAMELIZED BALSAMIC ONIONS



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Warning: The aroma while cooking these is intoxicating! Serve as a side with a hearty casserole, stew, or veggie omelet! Spanish inspired!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Onions

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large Spanish onions (or a few more smaller ones You may use vidalia or the common yellow too.)
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450*F.
  • Cut the onions into halves at the equators.
  • Remove the skin and any tough outer layers.
  • Do not cut off the root and stem ends and be careful not to score the layers you don't remove: uncut, the outer layer will better hold the onion together as it roasts.
  • Place the onion halves cut side down in a 9-inch square baking pan.
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan and stir in the vinegar, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour over the onions.
  • Bake for about 20 minutes, and then turn the onions over and baste them with the pan juices.
  • Bake for another 20 to 25 minutes, until easily pierced with a paring knife and the inner rings have begun to swell and rise up.
  • Serve immediately or at room temperature.
  • Enjoy!

BALSAMIC ONIONS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     condiment

Time 17m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 small red onions
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons good balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup good olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Cut the onions in half and slice 1/4 inch thick. Place on a baking sheet and toss with 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the onions are tender. Remove from the oven, toss with 2 more tablespoons balsamic vinegar.

ROASTED BALSAMIC ONIONS



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 large white onions, peeled and quartered
3 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, toss the onion quarters with the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sugar, and season with salt and pepper. Place in an ovenproof, large, nonstick skillet, spreading them out in an even layer. Cover the skillet with aluminum foil. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, and then remove the foil. Toss the onions well to coat with the reduced balsamic glaze and put back in the oven to roast another 20 to 25 minutes. Serve warm.

BALSAMIC-ROASTED PEARL ONIONS



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Dark, sweet-tart balsamic vinegar adds tangy depth to roasted vegetables.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen pearl onions, thawed and patted dry, or 1 1/4 pounds fresh
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. If using fresh onions, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes to loosen skins; using a paring knife, cut off ends, and peel onions.
  • Toss onions with vinegar and oil on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Roast until onions are tender, 25 to 30 minutes, stirring 2 or 3 times and rotating baking sheet halfway through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g

BALSAMIC ROASTED ONIONS



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Categories     Onion     Side     Roast     Quick & Easy     Vinegar     Winter     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 pounds medium-size red onions
1/4 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter
3 tablespoons sugar
6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Position 1 rack in center and 1 rack in bottom third of oven; preheat to 500°F. Line 2 large baking sheets with foil. Cut onions through root end into 3/4-inch-thick wedges. Place in medium bowl; toss with oil. Arrange onions, cut side down, on baking sheets. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast until onions are brown and tender, rotating pans in oven and turning onions once, about 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in heavy small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add sugar and stir until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat. Add vinegar. Return to heat. Simmer until mixture thickens slightly, about 2 minutes. (Onions and balsamic glaze can be made 1 day ahead. Cool. Cover separately and chill. Rewarm onions in 375°F oven about 15 minutes. Stir glaze over low heat to rewarm.)
  • Arrange onions on platter. Drizzle glaze over. Sprinkle with parsley.

ROASTED ONIONS



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I love Roasted Onions - no peeling, and the cut surfaces turn rich caramel brown.

Provided by Ben S.

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 medium unpeeled yellow onions
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to lowest position; heat to 425 degrees.
  • Cut onions in half; toss with oil and a generous sprinkle of salt and pepper. Place, cut-side down, on a lipped cookie sheet.
  • Roast until tender and cut surfaces are golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Adjust seasonings; drizzle with balsamic vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.3 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 148.6 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CARAMELISED ONIONS



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Master how to make sweet, sticky caramelised onions. Perfect for adding to pasta, quiches or topping burgers and sausages

Provided by Lulu Grimes

Categories     Side dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tbsp olive oil
3 large onions (red or white), sliced
pinch of salt
2 tbsp soft brown sugar
1-2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large deep frying pan over a low heat.
  • Add the onions with a generous pinch of salt and cook slowly for 30-40 mins. Stir occasionally to prevent them from sticking or burning until they become soft and golden. If the onions start to catch, add a splash of water to the pan and mix well.
  • Add the sugar and vinegar to give them a sweet, slightly sharp chutney flavour. Keep cooking on a low heat for another 5 mins, stirring occasionally until the mix is sticky, the sugar has dissolved and the vinegar has reduced. The onions are now ready to serve, or use in a recipe.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 16 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 14 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

CARAMELIZED PEARL ONIONS WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE



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Make sure the frozen pearl onions go straight from the freezer into the roasting pan. Adjust the oven rack to the lowest position - closest to the heating element. And don't forget that sprinkling of sugar to help the browning.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Categories     Side Dish

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (16 ounce) bags frozen white pearl onions, left frozen, excess ice removed
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 cup balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to low position and heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Toss onions with oil, sugar, salt and pepper in medium bowl. Transfer to a cookie sheet with rim in a single layer. Roast onions until golden brown, about 30 minutes, stirring at 20 minutes and again at 25 minutes, adding garlic at this point.
  • Meanwhile, bring vinegar to boil; simmer over medium-high heat, about 10 minutes, until reduced to 1/3 cup - it should be a thin syrup. Put onions into a bowl, add reduced vinegar and parsley; toss to coat. Serve hot, warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Fat 7.1 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 28.4 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Onions: Opt for medium-sized yellow or sweet onions for a perfect balance of flavor and texture. Avoid using large onions, as they may not caramelize evenly.
  • Slice Onions Thinly: Thinly sliced onions caramelize more evenly and quickly. Uniform slices ensure consistent cooking and prevent some pieces from burning while others remain undercooked.
  • Use High-Quality Olive Oil: Extra virgin olive oil adds a delicious flavor to the onions. Make sure to heat the oil over medium-low heat to prevent burning.
  • Cook Slowly and Patiently: Caramelizing onions takes time and patience. Rushing the process will result in undercooked or burnt onions. Allow the onions to cook slowly over low heat, stirring occasionally, until they turn a deep golden brown.
  • Add Balsamic Vinegar at the Right Time: Balsamic vinegar adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the caramelized onions. Adding it too early may cause it to burn, so wait until the onions are almost fully caramelized before stirring in the vinegar.
  • Season to Taste: Once the onions are caramelized and the balsamic vinegar has been added, taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.

Conclusion:

Roasted caramelized balsamic onions are a versatile culinary creation that can elevate the taste of various dishes. Whether you're using them as a topping for burgers and pizzas, as a filling for sandwiches and wraps, or as a side dish to accompany grilled meats and roasted vegetables, these onions add a burst of flavor and a touch of sophistication. With careful attention to technique and a bit of patience, you can master the art of caramelizing onions and incorporate this delicious ingredient into your culinary repertoire.

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