Description
Tennessee Onions are a delightful condiment that marries sweet and savory flavors, transforming any dish into a gourmet experience. This easy-to-make topping starts with fresh onions slowly caramelized with brown sugar and apple cider vinegar, resulting in a rich, tangy blend that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, sandwiches, or even as a side dish.
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)
Instructions
- Slice the onions thinly and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Stir in the brown sugar and apple cider vinegar until well combined.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter until melted. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg