Mustard Free Paleo Caramelized Onions

Slow-cooked until deeply golden and jammy, these caramelized onions are one of those kitchen staples that make everything they touch taste better. The process is unhurried — avocado oil, sliced yellow onions, a little salt, and low, patient heat do all the heavy lifting over about 45 minutes. Stirring every few minutes and scraping up those browned bits from the pan is what builds that rich, sweet-savory depth that shortcuts simply can't replicate. A splash of balsamic vinegar at the end is optional but adds a glossy, slightly tangy finish that takes the whole thing to another level. For anyone navigating condiment restrictions, this is a brilliant alternative to store-bought onion jams and relishes, which often sneak in mustard or mustard-derived ingredients. The ingredient list is clean and completely straightforward, so you know exactly what's going into the pan. Pile them onto burgers, stir them into soups, or spoon them over roasted meat — they disappear fast no matter how you serve them.

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