Glazed Pearl Onions with Balsamic and Thyme
Make Glazed Pearl Onions with Balsamic and Thyme, an American dinner recipe with Pearl onions, Unsalted butter, Light brown sugar. It has about 40 min, about 160 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Glazed Pearl Onions with Balsamic and Thyme is an American dinner recipe that takes about 40 min, makes 6 servings, has about 160 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonGlazed Pearl Onions with Balsamic and Thyme ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Pearl onions
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp Light brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 cup Vegetable broth
- 4-5 Fresh thyme sprigs
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley
How to make Glazed Pearl Onions with Balsamic and Thyme
- If using fresh pearl onions, bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the onions and blanch for 1 minute. Drain and immediately plunge into an ice bath to stop cooking. Trim the root and stem ends, then peel away the outer layers. If using frozen, no need to blanch or peel.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large skillet with a lid over medium heat. Add the peeled (or frozen) pearl onions and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until they start to soften and turn lightly golden brown. This initial browning adds depth of flavor.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of light brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sugar begins to dissolve and coat the onions. Add 4-5 fresh thyme sprigs to the skillet.
- Pour in 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until the vinegar slightly reduces.
- Add 1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth to the skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the pearl onions are very tender when pierced with a fork.
- Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for another 5-8 minutes, or until the liquid has reduced to a thick, glossy glaze that coats the onions. Remove the thyme sprigs.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired. Transfer the glazed pearl onions to a serving dish. Garnish with 1 tablespoon of fresh chopped parsley before serving, if using.
Glazed Pearl Onions with Balsamic and Thyme FAQ
How do I make Glazed Pearl Onions with Balsamic and Thyme?
Make Glazed Pearl Onions with Balsamic and Thyme by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Glazed Pearl Onions with Balsamic and Thyme?
The main ingredients include Pearl onions, Unsalted butter, Light brown sugar, Balsamic vinegar, Vegetable broth. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Glazed Pearl Onions with Balsamic and Thyme take?
This recipe takes about 40 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Glazed Pearl Onions with Balsamic and Thyme?
Recipe Genius estimates about 160 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.
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