Description
Discover the sweet and pungent flavor of Tennessee onions in this simple sautéed recipe that highlights their unique qualities.
Ingredients
Scale
2 large Tennessee onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Salt, to taste
Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Thyme or rosemary, fresh or dried
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Optional: Spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash and peel the Tennessee onions, and slice them thinly.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
- Add the sliced Tennessee onions to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Season with salt and black pepper, stirring continuously.
- Add in thyme or rosemary and cook for an additional minute.
- Drizzle in balsamic vinegar, stirring well, and allow the onions to caramelize for another 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and serve your perfectly sautéed Tennessee onions!
Notes
Feel free to personalize with cheese, avocado, or other toppings you love to create your unique version. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Tennessee onions, sautéed onions, side dish, vegetarian recipe, cooking with onions
