Cipolline with Bay Leaf and Golden Raisins

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Cipolline with Bay Leaf and Golden Raisins
60 min.
4
115kcal

Suggestions

These cipolline onions are a delightful vegetarian and gluten-free treat that will tantalize your taste buds! With a unique blend of flavors, this recipe is perfect as an antipasti, starter, snack, or appetizer. The onions are slowly cooked in a white wine and bay leaf sauce, creating a tender and flavorful dish. The addition of golden raisins adds a touch of sweetness, while the sugar and butter create a beautiful caramelization. The cooking process is simple yet rewarding, as the onions become tender and the liquid reduces to a delicious glaze. You'll love the aroma of the bay leaf and the subtle crunch of the raisins. And with only 115 calories per serving, this dish is a healthy and satisfying option. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these cipolline onions are sure to impress your guests. And the best part? You can prepare them up to 2 days in advance, making them a convenient choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve them with Crisp Rosemary Flatbread for a truly memorable culinary experience. Get ready to impress your taste buds and your guests with this mouthwatering recipe!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 pound onion white boiling peeled ()
  • 0.3 cup wine dry white
  • 0.5  bay leaves fresh
  • 0.3 cup golden raisins 
  • servings rosemary crisp
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • tablespoon butter unsalted

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking paper

Directions

  1. Soak raisins in hot water until ready to use.
  2. Cut out a 10-inch round of parchment paper.
  3. Heat sugar in center of a 10-inch heavy skillet over medium heat until it starts to melt. Cook, tilting skillet occasionally so sugar melts evenly, until golden brown. Stir in butter, then add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are beginning to brown, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add wine, bay leaf, 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper, and drained raisins.
  5. Reduce heat to low and cover onions with parchment, then with lid. Gently simmer, shaking skillet occasionally, until onions are tender, 18 to 20 minutes.
  6. Remove lid and parchment, then simmer, stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced to a glaze, about 3 minutes. Discard bay leaf.
  7. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  8. Cipolline can be made 2 days ahead and chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories115kcal
Protein4.83%
Fat25.16%
Carbs70.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
59.69
Glycemic Load
7.82
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
3.0960869921938%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
4.26mg
Kaempferol
0.8mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
17.49mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:114.8kcal
5.74%
Fat:2.99g
4.6%
Saturated Fat:1.85g
11.59%
Carbohydrates:18.73g
6.24%
Net Carbohydrates:16.88g
6.14%
Sugar:12.16g
13.51%
Cholesterol:7.53mg
2.51%
Sodium:5.96mg
0.26%
Alcohol:2.06g
100%
Alcohol %:2.16%
100%
Protein:1.29g
2.58%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.21%
Vitamin C:6.65mg
8.06%
Fiber:1.85g
7.42%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.17%
Potassium:207.9mg
5.94%
Folate:17.07µg
4.27%
Phosphorus:39.61mg
3.96%
Magnesium:13.98mg
3.5%
Copper:0.07mg
3.41%
Calcium:28.42mg
2.84%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.77%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.68%
Iron:0.43mg
2.4%
Vitamin A:93.07IU
1.86%
Zinc:0.2mg
1.36%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.3%
Vitamin B3:0.23mg
1.13%
Source:Epicurious
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