Sweet-and-Sour Onion Topping

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Sweet-and-Sour Onion Topping
45 min.
6
259kcal

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Are you looking to elevate your culinary skills and impress your guests with a unique side dish? Look no further than this delightful Sweet-and-Sour Onion Topping! This tantalizing recipe brings together the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, creating a sophisticated topping that complements a variety of dishes. Whether you serve it alongside grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or simply on crostini as a delicious appetizer, this onion topping is bound to become a favorite at your dining table.

One of the many great features of this recipe is its versatility. It is gluten-free and dairy-free, making it an excellent option for those with dietary restrictions. The combination of pearl onions, golden raisins, and a splash of red-wine vinegar creates a rich and flavorful concoction that will have everyone asking for seconds. Plus, the aroma of fresh rosemary infusing the dish as it simmers is simply heavenly!

With a cooking time of just 45 minutes, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also stunning to serve. In no time, you’ll have a vibrant and colorful topping that adds both flavor and visual appeal to any meal. So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your family and friends with this exceptional Sweet-and-Sour Onion Topping!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • servings accompaniment: crostini 
  • 0.3 cup golden raisins 
  • 0.5 tablespoon olive oil 
  • 10 oz pearl onions 
  • 0.3 cup red-wine vinegar 
  • sprig rosemary leaves fresh (2-inch-long)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons tomato paste dissolved in 2 cups water

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • colander

Directions

  1. Blanch onions in boiling water 3 minutes, then drain in a colander and rinse under cold water. Peel onions.
  2. Heat oil in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then cook onions, shaking skillet frequently, until browned, about 4 minutes.
  3. Add remaining ingredients, stirring until sugar is dissolved, then simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until onions are tender when pierced with a fork and most of liquid is evaporated, 40 to 45 minutes. Cool onions completely and discard rosemary sprig.

Nutrition Facts

Calories259kcal
Protein10.94%
Fat10.57%
Carbs78.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.42
Glycemic Load
31.73
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.1369565207025%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
2.37mg
Kaempferol
0.53mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
9.78mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:258.51kcal
12.93%
Fat:3.05g
4.7%
Saturated Fat:0.55g
3.43%
Carbohydrates:51g
17%
Net Carbohydrates:48.29g
17.56%
Sugar:18.74g
20.82%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:635.49mg
27.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.11g
14.22%
Vitamin B1:0.4mg
26.54%
Manganese:0.42mg
20.83%
Folate:78.37µg
19.59%
Selenium:11.64µg
16.63%
Vitamin B3:3.22mg
16.09%
Iron:2.69mg
14.95%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.32%
Fiber:2.71g
10.85%
Phosphorus:89.4mg
8.94%
Calcium:85.69mg
8.57%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
8.05%
Potassium:269.13mg
7.69%
Copper:0.15mg
7.39%
Magnesium:27.12mg
6.78%
Vitamin C:4.99mg
6.05%
Zinc:0.65mg
4.35%
Vitamin E:0.6mg
4.02%
Vitamin K:3.84µg
3.65%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.2%
Vitamin A:83.22IU
1.66%
Source:Epicurious