Description
Homemade Sweet Onion Sauce is a rich, flavorful condiment that elevates any dish with its sweet and tangy profile. Made from caramelized sweet onions, balsamic vinegar, and garlic, this sauce is perfect for burgers, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a dip for fries. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy addition to your weeknight meals that will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 large sweet onions (Vidalia or Walla Walla)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Finely chop the sweet onions.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onions and sauté until soft and translucent (8-10 minutes).
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Mix in the brown sugar until it caramelizes slightly with the onions.
- Pour in the balsamic vinegar and soy sauce; simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve warm or store in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg