Spice 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 clean and simple. The magic here is pure patience: low heat, a good avocado oil base, and time transform humble yellow onions into something deeply golden and rich without a single spice in sight. That makes this recipe a natural fit for anyone navigating sensitivity to seasonings, since there's no hidden pepper, paprika, or spice blends to worry about. The optional splash of balsamic vinegar at the end adds a subtle tang and gorgeous gloss, but the onions are absolutely stunning on their own if you'd rather skip it. Pile them onto a grain-free flatbread, fold them into eggs, or spoon them over a burger — they elevate just about anything. The only real requirement is giving them the full 40-plus minutes they deserve, because rushing the process is the one thing that stands between you and that deep, jammy payoff.
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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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