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Maple Caramelized Onions

[heart_this] · Feb 8, 2012 · 16 Comments

Maple Caramelized Onions

Sweet maple-y caramelized onions.

I am a huge fan of caramelized onions and over the last little while I have been experimenting with adding different flavours to them. Some of my more recent experiments include the balsamic caramelized onions and the chipotle caramelized onions . Each of these different kinds of caramelized onions has found a home in one or more sandwiches and they have taken those sandwiches to whole new levels of greatness! For my next caramelized onions I was thinking about a batch that could be used in a breakfast sandwich and maple caramelized onions seemed like the perfect way to go!
These maple caramelized onions are really easy to make but it does take a bit of time to properly caramelize the onions and it is definitely worth it! I added the maple flavour simply by adding some maple syrup at the end when the onions are just about caramelized along with a touch of vinegar for some tang.

Maple Caramelized Onions

Maple Caramelized Onions

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 50 minutes Total Time: 1 hour

Sweet maple-y caramelized onions.

ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cups onion, sliced
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
directions
  1. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the onions and water and cook until completely tender and caramelized and golden, about 40-50 minutes, adding more water as needed.
  3. Stir in the maple syrup and vinegar and cook until most of the liquid is gone, about 2-3 minutes.
Use in:
Peameal Bacon Breakfast Sandwich with Maple Caramelized Onions and a Fried Egg

Similar Recipes:
Chipotle Caramelized Onions
Onion Marmalade (or Balsamic Caramelized Onions)
Onion Chutney
Maple Bourbon Bacon Jam
Slow Roasted Tomato Bacon Jam
Slow Cooker Chipotle Maple Onion Jam

Condiment, Food, Gluten-free, Recipe, Vegetarian

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Comments

  1. Paulette says

    February 8, 2012 at 12:43 am

    OK, I have been playing with caramelized onions as well. So good and they add so much flavour.
    This variation with a touch of maple syrup and a dash of balsamic sounds heavenly.. It has been added to my repertoire – thank you

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  2. Katrina says

    February 8, 2012 at 12:59 am

    do you know how long you can keep caramelized onions for? i've been thinking about making up a huge batch, but i'm not sure how quick we'd have to eat them.

    Reply
  3. Jenny says

    February 8, 2012 at 1:58 am

    Those look and sound fantastic! I love caramelized onions on just about everything.

    Reply
  4. Twin Tables says

    February 8, 2012 at 2:10 am

    We love caramelized onions in this house. Never have tried to put maple syrup in though. We are interested to try!

    Reply
  5. Girlie Blogger says

    February 8, 2012 at 7:12 am

    I love caramalized onions. Takes a long time to cook but taste sooooooooooo good.

    http://www.thegirlieblog.com

    Reply
  6. Margherita says

    February 8, 2012 at 9:01 am

    Caramelized onions are among my fav food…never thought of using vinegar and maple syrup on them. Well, guess I know what I'm going to make for lunch today….

    Reply
  7. Kevin says

    February 8, 2012 at 11:52 am

    Katrina: They should keep for a couple of days in the fridge but if you want to make a large batch and keep them for a long time, I recommend using proper canning procedures.

    Reply
  8. Lauren @ Healthy Food For Living says

    February 8, 2012 at 12:04 pm

    The maple-balsamic flavor profile of these caramelized onions sounds simply fantastic!

    Reply
  9. marthameetslucy says

    February 8, 2012 at 7:17 pm

    I love caramelized onions, but I usually add them to dip. Chipotle would be fantastic!

    Reply
  10. Katrina says

    February 8, 2012 at 10:45 pm

    good advice. thanks kevin.

    Reply
  11. Michelle says

    February 9, 2012 at 1:42 am

    Yum Yum!

    Reply
  12. Katie says

    February 9, 2012 at 4:10 pm

    Wow – these looks delicious. They would be so delicious with a leftover turkey sandwich after thanksgiving!

    Reply
  13. Alaiyo Kiasi-Barnes says

    February 9, 2012 at 5:28 pm

    I tweeted this post because it seemed so fresh, so different. It was the maple part that reeled me in and commanded my attention. I'm saving this recipe and will try it.

    Reply
  14. Anonymous says

    November 21, 2012 at 6:05 pm

    How would you can these? What would the right type/length of processing?

    Reply
  15. Kevin says

    November 26, 2012 at 10:54 am

    Anonymous: Normal water bath canning will work. Place the caramelized onions in a sterilized jar, seal and submerge in boiling water for 10 minutes.

    Reply
  16. Margaret Massey says

    October 10, 2019 at 2:20 pm

    Caramelised onions with maple syrup and chilli is fabulous with pork fillet

    Reply

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