Oignons Caramélisés

Oignons Caramélisés is a delightful French side dish featuring sweet, slow-cooked onions that are beautifully caramelized to enhance their natural flavors. This low-carb version is perfect for adding a gourmet touch to any meal without the extra carbs.

Ingredients

• Yellow onions - 2 medium (about 300g)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Butter - 1 tablespoon (14g)
• Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Stevia or erythritol - 1 teaspoon (optional, for extra sweetness)

Steps

1. Peel and slice the onions thinly into half-moon shapes.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted.
3. Add the sliced onions to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the oil and butter.
4. Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the onions and reduce the heat to low.
5. Cook the onions slowly, stirring occasionally, for about 25-30 minutes until they are golden brown and caramelized.
6. If desired, add the chopped fresh thyme and sweetener during the last 5 minutes of cooking, stirring to combine.
7. Remove from heat and serve warm as a side dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 1 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.05 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants, which help reduce inflammation.
• Low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.

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