Candida Diet Friendly Paleo Caramelized Onions

Slow-cooked until deeply golden and jammy, these caramelized onions are the kind of kitchen magic that transforms a handful of humble ingredients into something genuinely crave-worthy. The natural sugars in yellow onions concentrate over low, patient heat, producing a rich, savory-sweet condiment that feels indulgent without a single problematic ingredient in sight. Avocado oil keeps things clean and stable at cooking temperature, while a pinch of sea salt draws out moisture and coaxes every bit of flavor from the onions as they slowly collapse and deepen in color. For those navigating a sugar-conscious eating plan, onions do contain natural sugars, but the slow caramelization process here uses no added sweeteners — just time and heat doing their work. The optional splash of balsamic vinegar adds a subtle tang and gorgeous gloss if your current protocol allows it, and it's easy to skip entirely without losing the soul of the dish. Pile these onto grilled chicken, stir them into cauliflower mash, or use them as a savory base for soups and sauces — the applications are practically endless. Once you have a batch ready in the fridge, you'll find yourself reaching for it all week long.

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