How to make caramelized onions is a basic tip that is very easy to do, but here we share some secrets to prepare it in a more delicious way and in just 3 steps.

You can use the caramelized onions to accompany salads, to garnish soups, beef steaks, or even to complete a dessert. Caramelized onions are so versatile that you will love making them!

Different ways to make caramelized onions

As its name indicates, caramelization is required, and luckily, there are several ways to prepare it. There are caramelized onion recipes that don't even need to use sugar, because they use the same sugar that the onion releases. You can achieve this sugar-free caramelization with a very slow cooking process using powerful butter.

Another way to make caramelized onions is by using a liquor with high sugar content, for example, rum or brandy. When cooking the onions over low heat for several minutes, you can add a bit of the desired liquor and either flambé it or simply cook it over very low heat until it completely reduces. That's how easy it is to make caramelized onions!



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Caramelized onion recipe

Next, we will share our secret recipe to make caramelized onions with some tricks that will help you get it just right.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 4 cups of onions, sliced thinly
• 1/2 cup of brown sugar
• 1/4 cup of brandy

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Preparation:

1. In a skillet over medium heat, add the butter and allow it to melt. Then add the onions and cook over low heat for 10 minutes or until they become completely transparent.
2. Now add the sugar and cook over low heat, stirring continuously until it lightly browns. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes or until the sugar melts and begins to form a liquid caramel.
3. Pour in the brandy and let it reduce completely. You will know it’s ready when the onions take on a golden color and become soft and sweet.

Kiwilimón tip: If you want an even sweeter flavor, you can use red onion.

Now that you know how to make caramelized onions, tell us, what will you pair them with?