Braised Baby Onions with Orange Juice and Balsamic Vinegar

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
6%
Braised Baby Onions with Orange Juice and Balsamic Vinegar
45 min.
8
137kcal

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Elevate your dining experience with this delightful recipe for Braised Baby Onions with Orange Juice and Balsamic Vinegar. Perfect as a side dish, this dish is a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors that are not only pleasing to the palate but also visually appealing. Picture tender, golden-brown baby onions, bathed in a tangy, rich sauce that features the zesty brightness of fresh orange juice and the deep, complex notes of balsamic vinegar.

These braised onions are a perfect addition to any meal, whether you're serving them alongside grilled vegetables, roasted meats, or even as a standalone accompaniment to grains. The recipe is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it accessible for a wide audience, from health-conscious eaters to those simply seeking to indulge in a gourmet experience.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a dish that will impress both family and guests alike. The secret lies in the careful technique of blanching and sautéing the onions to achieve that perfect caramelization, followed by a simple yet effective simmering process that enhances their natural sweetness. Plus, with a caloric content of only 137 kcal per serving, you can enjoy them guilt-free.

Bring a touch of Italian flair to your kitchen with this flavorful recipe that captures the essence of fresh ingredients and culinary artistry. Enjoy the satisfaction of creating a dish that not only tastes exquisite but also highlights the beauty of seasonal produce.

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.8 cup orange juice fresh
  • pounds pearl onions fresh

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • knife
  • pot
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Blanch onions in large pot of boiling salted water 15 seconds. Using slotted spoon, transfer to large bowl of ice water to cool. Trim root end if necessary, leaving core intact. Peel onions.
  2. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over high heat.
  3. Add onions and sauté until onions have deep golden brown spots, about 9 minutes.
  4. Add orange juice and vinegar; bring to boil, scraping up browned bits. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until onions are just tender when pierced with knife, about 8 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer onions to medium bowl. Boil juices in skillet until syrupy and reduced to 2/3 cup, about 3 minutes.
  5. Pour over onions.
  6. Serve warm or at room temperature. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm or bring to room temperature before serving.)
  7. Market Tip
  8. Cipolline onions are small, flat Italian onions. They can be found in the produce section of many supermarkets and Italian markets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories137kcal
Protein4.47%
Fat45.52%
Carbs50.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.13
Glycemic Load
5.61
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
4.5400000162747%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
2.78mg
Naringenin
0.5mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
5.68mg
Kaempferol
0.74mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
23.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:136.53kcal
6.83%
Fat:6.91g
10.63%
Saturated Fat:0.98g
6.15%
Carbohydrates:17.08g
5.69%
Net Carbohydrates:15.11g
5.49%
Sugar:10.34g
11.48%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:10.4mg
0.45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.53g
3.05%
Vitamin C:20.02mg
24.26%
Manganese:0.18mg
9.04%
Fiber:1.97g
7.9%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.27%
Folate:28.52µg
7.13%
Potassium:238.9mg
6.83%
Vitamin E:1mg
6.69%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.87%
Vitamin K:4.54µg
4.32%
Magnesium:16.77mg
4.19%
Phosphorus:41.38mg
4.14%
Calcium:35.16mg
3.52%
Copper:0.06mg
3.03%
Iron:0.49mg
2.75%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.21%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.84%
Zinc:0.22mg
1.49%
Vitamin B3:0.22mg
1.12%
Source:Epicurious