How to Caramelize Onions

How to Caramelize Onions

from thecookierookie.com
30 min
4 servings

Learn how to caramelize onions perfectly every time. This basic cooking skill is easy, and caramelized onions add so much flavor to so many recipes. Get the step by step recipe and lots of tips below!

Ingredients

  • 1½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter ((¼ stick))
  • 1 pound yellow onions (peeled and thinly sliced)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Add the oil and butter to a medium-large skillet set over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Once the butter is melted, add the onion, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Cook until the onions start to turn brown in spots, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

  4. 4

    Turn the heat down to low, cover the skillet, and cook 15 minutes more, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of water as necessary if the onions start to stick to the pan or if the pan starts to get too dark.