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THE EASIEST CARAMELIZED ONIONS! How to Make Caramelized Onions in a Slow Cooker! | Skyler Bouchard

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Caramelized Onions

Cultural Context

Caramelized onions have their roots in French cuisine, where they are often used to enhance the flavor of dishes like French onion soup. This technique transforms the sharpness of raw onions into a sweet, rich flavor through slow cooking. Today, caramelized onions are a beloved addition to burgers, pizzas, and various savory dishes, showcasing their versatility in modern cooking.

AmericanUSside
50 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 large onions
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is lower in saturated fat.

onions

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a different flavor profile.

1

Peel and slice onions.

2

Place sliced onions in the slow cooker.

3

Add about 2 teaspoons kosher salt.

4

Add melted butter to the onions.

5

Slow cook for 12 hours.

6

In the morning, check the caramelized onions.

7

Cook off any excess water if necessary.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

skilletspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freenut-freesoy-freelow-carbpaleo

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

French Fried OnionsOnion Marmalade

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