Best Instant Pot Caramelized Onions Recipes

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INSTANT POT CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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Caramelized onions typically require a great deal of attention and time, as the low and slow cooking provide a perfectly tender and golden brown result. But thanks to the Instant Pot®, this typically labor-intensive recipe because an achievable weeknight dish. These sweet and jammy onions are the perfect accompaniment to sandwiches, grain bowls and more.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 50m

Yield about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 pounds yellow onions (about 10 small), halved and sliced 1/2 inch thick
2 large sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Set a 6-quart Instant Pot® to high saute (see Cook's Note). Add the butter and olive oil to the pot. Once the butter has melted completely, add the onions, thyme, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and several grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring, until the onions start to sizzle and the mixture is thoroughly combined, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Follow the manufacturer's guide for locking the lid and preparing to cook. Set to pressure cook on high for 4 minutes. After the pressure-cook cycle is complete, follow the manufacturer's guide for quick release and wait until the quick-release cycle is complete (this should take about 2 minutes). Being careful of any remaining steam, unlock and remove the lid, then stir in the balsamic vinegar. At this point, the onions should be tender and blonde in color.
  • Set the pot back to high saute and cook, stirring frequently and scraping any brown bits from the bottom and sides of the pot, until almost all the liquid has evaporated and the onions are a deep golden brown and saucy, about 30 minutes. Be sure to stir the onions frequently and watch them closely; you want to scrape the brown bits from the pot before they turn too dark and burn. Remove the thyme stems; taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.

INSTANT POT CARAMELIZED ONIONS



Instant Pot Caramelized Onions image

Say goodbye to an hour spent hovering over the stove perfecting sweet, buttery onions. This recipe uses an Instant Pot to speed up the process and paves the way for French onion soup, omelets, sandwiches and sausage toppings all week.

Provided by Riley Wofford

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegetarian Recipes

Time 25m

Yield Makes 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 pounds yellow onions, sliced 1/2-inch-thick (8 cups)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Add onions, butter, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to the bowl of a multicooker; stir to combine. Secure the lid and adjust vent to seal. Cook on high "Pressure Cook" setting for 5 minutes. Once cycle is complete, immediately release pressure. Carefully remove lid.
  • Strain onions and discard excess liquid. Return onions to multicooker. Cook over high "Saute" setting, stirring constantly, until onions are deeply golden and caramelized, 3 to 5 minutes. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

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