Cinnamon Free 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 process is unhurried — low heat, a good stir every few minutes, and patience — but the reward is a rich, sweet, savory condiment that elevates everything it touches. Avocado oil keeps things clean and paleo-friendly, while a splash of balsamic vinegar (totally optional) adds a glossy, tangy finish that takes the depth of flavor up another notch. Many store-bought caramelized onion products sneak in unexpected spices or additives, so making your own from scratch means you know exactly what's in the pan. The ingredient list is refreshingly short: onions, oil, salt, and time. Pile them onto burgers, stir them into soups, spoon them over roasted meat, or eat them straight from the skillet — no judgment here.
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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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