How long does it take to make Caramelized Onion?

Deep brown onion for mujadara takes at least half an hour over medium heat, and close to an hour over low heat.

Step by Step

How to Tell It's Done

• until it is deep brown

Tips

• Onion caramelizes with patience: over medium heat it reaches deep brown in about half an hour, over low heat it takes close to an hour, and over high heat it burns at the edges before it softens. A pinch of salt at the start draws out its liquid, and when it starts to stick, add a tablespoon of water and scrape the bottom.

More Ways

• When the onion sticks, add a few drops of water and scrape the bottom, so it doesn't burn.
• A little salt at the start of frying draws liquid out of the onion and softens it faster.
• Onion jam: sweat the onion in oil for about 15 minutes, until it loses its liquid, add brown sugar and something sour and cook over low heat to a thick, sticky texture.

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Recipes with Caramelized Onion

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