The Secret To make The Viral Onion Boil Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 Large Onion (about 300 g, skin removed)
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (softened; 1 tbsp for onion, 2 tbsp for sauce)
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (extra‑virgin preferred)
• 2 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning (store‑bought or homemade blend)
• 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning (classic seafood boil blend)
• 1 teaspoon Paprika (sweet or smoked)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1/4 cup Chicken Broth (low‑sodium; can use water with bouillon)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1/4 cup Onion (for sauce) (finely chopped; can use part of the large onion)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Onion

   Trim the top and bottom of the onion, peel off the skin, then cut a shallow slit down the middle to create a pocket for the sauce.

   Time: PT2M

2. Dry and Oil the Onion

   Pat the onion dry with a paper towel, drizzle the olive oil over it, and rub the softened butter into the flesh and outer skin.

   Time: PT2M

3. Season the Onion

   Generously sprinkle Cajun seasoning, Old Bay seasoning, and paprika over the onion, rubbing to coat all surfaces evenly.

   Time: PT2M

4. Cook the Onion

   Place the seasoned onion in the air‑fryer basket at 375°F (190°C) for 60 minutes, turning halfway through. If using an oven, place on a foil‑lined baking sheet and bake at 375°F for the same time.

   Time: PT1H

   Temperature: 375°F

5. Make the Lemon‑Garlic Butter Sauce

   While the onion cooks, melt 2 Tbsp butter in a small saucepan over medium‑low heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, sauté for 1 minute. Stir in lemon juice, chicken broth, a pinch of the same Cajun and Old Bay seasonings, and simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium‑low

6. Serve

   Transfer the cooked onion to a serving plate, drizzle the warm lemon‑garlic butter sauce over the top, and serve immediately as a side or appetizer.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

220

Protein

2 g

Carbohydrates

15 g

Fat

15 g

Fiber

2 g