Sweet-and-Sour Onions Recipe

Name: Sweet-and-Sour Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds small boiling onions, peeled; 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1/2 cup light brown sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; Pinch saffron, crumbled (optional); 1/2 cup raisins; 1/4 cup currants; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/4 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted

Servings: persons

1
Boil onions in well-salted water for 5 minutes, until softened slightly but still firm.
2
Drain and place in baking dish (ceramic or stainless steel) just big enough to contain onions in one layer.
3
In small bowl, stir together red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, salt and saffron until dissolved.
4
Add raisins and currants.
5
Pour mixture over onions to coat evenly.
6
Cover tightly and bake for 1 hour at 350 degrees, stirring every 15 minutes or so, until onions are quite tender.
7
Cool to room temperature.
8
Carefully stir in lemon zest and lemon juice.
9
Let onions marinate at least 1 hour.
10
Serve sprinkled with pine nuts.
11
May be prepared ahead and refrigerated up to 4 days.

302

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds small boiling onions, peeled, 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Sweet-and-Sour Onions falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sweet-and-Sour Onions

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