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Beer Braised Onions Recipe

Elevate your burgers with these incredibly flavorful beer-braised onions! Slow-cooked to caramelized perfection, these onions are bursting with rich sweetness and a subtle beer tang. Make them ahead of time – they're even better the next day! Simply reheat gently before serving. Try them with our mouthwatering recipe #309195 for the ultimate burger experience.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 280.1 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (23 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Beer Braised Onions

  • Unsalted Butter
  • Onion
  • Beer
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

How to Make Beer Braised Onions

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 pounds of thinly sliced yellow onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened (about 8-10 minutes).
  3. Pour in 6 fluid ounces of your favorite beer (dark beers work particularly well). Add 1 tablespoon of brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 16-18 minutes, or until the beer is mostly absorbed and the onions are starting to brown and caramelize.
  5. Add another 2 fluid ounces of beer and simmer gently for 5 minutes, allowing the onions to fully absorb the liquid and develop a deep, rich flavor.
  6. Serve warm as a delicious topping for burgers, sandwiches, or enjoy as a side dish!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

42g

Fat

36g

Carbs

8g

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