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Onion Boil


  • Author: emily
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A comforting and versatile dish made by boiling onions until tender, perfect as a side or a main accompaniment.


Ingredients

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  • 4 large onions
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Herbs and spices (optional, e.g., thyme, pepper)

Instructions

  1. Boil water in a large pot with salt and vinegar.
  2. Peel and quarter the onions.
  3. Once the water is boiling, add the onions to the pot.
  4. Cook for about 20-25 minutes or until the onions are tender.
  5. Remove onions from the pot, drain, and toss with butter and herbs/spices if desired.
  6. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious onion boil!

Notes

For added flavor, consider searing the boiled onions briefly in butter after draining. This caramelizes their edges and enhances taste.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: onion, boil, side dish, vegetarian, comfort food