Caffeine Free Paleo Caramelized Onions
Sweet, jammy caramelized onions are one of those kitchen staples that make everything they touch taste more luxurious — and this version keeps things wonderfully clean and simple. Avocado oil stands in for butter, making it a great fit for anyone following a grain-free or dairy-free approach without sacrificing that rich, slow-cooked depth. The real magic here is patience: a long, gentle cook over medium-low heat coaxes the natural sugars out of the onions until they turn deep golden and almost silky. Scraping up those browned bits as you go builds layer after layer of savory-sweet flavor that no shortcut can replicate. A splash of balsamic vinegar at the end is optional but absolutely worth it — it adds a subtle tang and gives the onions a gorgeous glossy finish. Best of all, every single ingredient is naturally free of stimulants, so there's zero need to scan labels or second-guess anything. Pile them onto burgers, stir them into soups, or spoon them over roasted vegetables — this is the kind of recipe you'll find yourself making on repeat.
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6 servings
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 3 large yellow onions (about 2 lb), halved and thinly sliced
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the avocado oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- 2
Add the sliced onions and salt, then stir to coat evenly in the oil. Cook, stirring every 3–4 minutes, until the onions have wilted and released most of their moisture, about 10 minutes.
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