ONION BOIL RECIPE (sorta)
ONION BOIL RECIPE (sorta) is a easy American recipe that serves 2. 180 calories per serving. Recipe by Katie on YouTube.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 1 hr 40 min | Total: 2 hrs 10 min
Cost: $2.03 total, $1.01 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 Giant Onion (large, about 2‑3 lbs, peeled and core removed)
- 3 Tbsp Unsalted Butter (softened at room temperature)
- 1 tsp Paprika (smoked or sweet paprika)
- 1 tsp Onion Granules (dried onion powder)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- ½ tsp Salt (optional, to taste)
- ¼ tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground, optional)
Instructions
Preheat Oven
Set the oven to 190°C (375°F) and allow it to preheat.
Time: PT10M
Temperature: 190°C
Core the Onion
Using a sharp knife, cut off the top of the onion about 1/2 inch and carefully scoop out the inner layers to create a deep cavity, leaving the outer skin intact.
Time: PT5M
Prepare Butter Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, paprika, onion granules, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until a smooth, evenly colored paste forms.
Time: PT5M
Stuff the Onion
Spoon the butter mixture into the hollowed onion, pressing gently to fill all gaps. Ensure the cavity is completely filled and the top is level.
Time: PT5M
Bake
Place the stuffed onion on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 90 minutes, or until the onion is tender and the butter mixture is golden and bubbling.
Time: PT1H30M
Temperature: 190°C
Rest and Serve
Remove the onion from the oven, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve while hot.
Time: PT5M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 180
- Protein
- 2g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 15g
- Fiber
- 3g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Allergens: Dairy
Last updated: April 15, 2026








