Description
Tennessee Onions are a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that will elevate any meal. This easy-to-make condiment combines tender, caramelized onions with brown sugar and tangy apple cider vinegar, creating a unique topping perfect for barbecues, family dinners, or casual gatherings. Whether served over grilled meats or as an accompaniment to sandwiches, Tennessee Onions add a burst of flavor that your guests will love. With minimal ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can whip up this delicious condiment in no time. Get ready to impress with this versatile dish that fits perfectly into any culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large yellow onions
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Peel and thinly slice the onions; set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if desired). Sauté for about 10 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Sprinkle brown sugar over onions and stir to combine. Pour in apple cider vinegar and mix well.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until sauce thickens and onions soften further, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat; stir in butter until melted and combined. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg