Recipe: Onion Compote with Wine 🍷

Description:

This delightful Onion Compote with Wine is a versatile accompaniment that pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or tossed with cooked pastas. Its sweetness can be adjusted to your liking, depending on the onions’ natural sweetness. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this savory compote adds depth and flavor to any dish, making it a must-have in your culinary repertoire.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 88.6
Fat: 2.8g
- Saturated Fat: 0.4g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 6mg
Carbohydrates: 12.5g
- Fiber: 1.7g
- Sugar: 7g
Protein: 1.1g

Recipe Information:

Servings: 10
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Recipe Category: Sauces
Keywords: Vegetable, Low Protein, Vegan, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Kosher, Free Of…, Christmas, Hanukkah, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons olive oil 🫒
1 large onion, thinly sliced 🧅
Salt, to taste 🧂
Freshly ground pepper, to taste 🌶️
2-3 tablespoons brown sugar 🍚
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 🍷
2/3 cup dry red wine 🍷
1/4 cup water 💧

Instructions:

Heat Oil: Begin by heating olive oil in a large sauté pan or stew pan over medium heat.
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Add Onions: Once the oil is hot, add the thinly sliced onions to the pan.
Sauté Onions: Sauté the onions over medium heat, stirring often, for about 5 minutes or until they start to soften and become translucent.
Season: Sprinkle the onions with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
Cover and Cook: Cover the pan and continue to cook the onions over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until they turn a beautiful golden brown color. If they are browning too quickly, reduce the heat to prevent burning.
Add Sugar: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of brown sugar over the caramelized onions, stirring well to combine. Allow the sugar to dissolve and caramelize for about 1 minute.
Add Vinegar: Pour in the red wine vinegar and stir to incorporate it into the onions. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Add Wine: Pour in the dry red wine, stirring to combine with the onions. Allow the mixture to come to a boil.
Add Water: Pour in the water, which helps to balance the flavors and prevent the onions from drying out.
Simmer: Cook the onion compote uncovered over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until most of the liquid has evaporated, and the onions have become very tender.
Adjust Seasoning: Taste the onion compote and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or sugar according to your preference.
Optional Sweetness: If desired, add the remaining brown sugar to the compote and cook for an additional minute, stirring well to incorporate.
Serve: Your delicious Onion Compote with Wine is now ready to be served! Enjoy it hot or cold as a flavorful accompaniment to your favorite dishes.

This savory and slightly sweet Onion Compote with Wine adds a burst of flavor to any meal, making it perfect for both everyday dining and special occasions. Experiment with different variations and serving suggestions to discover your favorite way to enjoy this versatile condiment!