Description
Indulge in the warm and savory flavors of this Onion Boil Recipe, where sweet onions are simmered in a rich broth infused with herbs and spices. Perfect for any occasion, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a delightful experience that is sure to impress your guests. Whether served as a side dish at family gatherings or as a cozy snack on a chilly evening, these tender, flavorful onions will quickly become a favorite. Easy to prepare and customizable to your taste, this recipe offers the perfect combination of comfort and satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large sweet onions (Vidalia or Walla Walla)
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the onions by peeling and cutting off the tops and bottoms. You can leave them whole or cut them into quarters.
- In a large pot, combine the broth, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and olive oil. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Add the onions to the boiling broth. Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 30-40 minutes until tender.
- Add fresh thyme leaves during the last 5 minutes of cooking for extra flavor.
- Carefully remove the onions from the pot and place them on a serving platter. Drizzle some broth over them and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 onion (180g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg