Celery 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 beautifully simple. Avocado oil does the heavy lifting here, giving the onions a rich, neutral base that lets their natural sweetness shine as they slowly transform in the pan. The low-and-slow cooking process is the real secret — patience and the occasional scrape of those golden bits from the bottom of the skillet are what build that deep, complex flavor. A splash of balsamic vinegar at the end is optional but adds a subtle tang that takes the whole thing to another level. Since every ingredient is straightforward and whole-food, you never have to second-guess what's in the pan or worry about hidden additives sneaking in. Pile these onto burgers, stir them into soups, or spoon them over roasted meat — honestly, the uses are nearly endless.
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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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