Caramelized Onions
Caramelized Onions is a easy International recipe that serves 4. 60 calories per serving. Recipe by Ethan Chlebowski: Into the Multiverse on YouTube.
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 56 min | Total: 1 hr 16 min
Cost: $1.17 total, $0.29 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 large Yellow Onion (peeled and thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra-virgin, for sautéing)
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt (helps draw out moisture)
- 2 tablespoons Water (creates steam to speed up softening)
Instructions
Prepare the onions
Peel the onions and slice them thinly (about 1‑2 mm) so they cook evenly.
Time: PT10M
Heat the oil
Add 2 Tbsp olive oil to a large skillet and set the burner to low heat. Let the oil warm for about 2 minutes.
Time: PT2M
Add onions, salt, and water
Add the sliced onions, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 2 Tbsp water to the skillet. Stir to coat evenly.
Time: PT1M
Initial softening (12 min)
Cook on low heat, stirring every few minutes. The onions will become translucent and start to release moisture.
Time: PT12M
Caramelization (41 min)
Continue cooking on low heat, stirring occasionally. As the moisture evaporates, the onions will turn golden, then deep brown. If the pan dries out, add a teaspoon of water at a time.
Time: PT41M
Finish and store
When the onions are richly brown and sweet, remove from heat. Use immediately or let cool and store.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 60
- Protein
- 1 g
- Carbohydrates
- 14 g
- Fat
- 2 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
Dietary info: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten‑Free, Dairy‑Free
Last updated: April 19, 2026






