Vegan Paleo Caramelized Onions

Few things in cooking are as transformative as a pile of raw onions slowly coaxing itself into something deeply sweet, golden, and jammy over low heat. This version keeps things beautifully simple — just avocado oil, yellow onions, and a pinch of sea salt do the heavy lifting, with an optional splash of balsamic vinegar to add a glossy, tangy finish. Every ingredient here is entirely plant-based, so there's nothing to swap or second-guess. The key is patience: a long, slow cook over medium-low heat builds that signature caramel depth without any butter, cream, or animal-derived shortcuts. Scraping up those browned bits from the pan is where a lot of the flavor lives, so don't rush it. Pile these onto grain bowls, stir them into soups, spread them over flatbreads, or use them as a savory topping for roasted vegetables — the possibilities are genuinely endless. Once you have a batch ready, you'll wonder how your kitchen ever functioned without them.

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