Pearl Onion Condiment 🧅
Cook Time: 3 hours
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 90.5 per serving
Dietary Considerations: Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy
Description
This Pearl Onion Condiment is a delightful addition to any meal, best enjoyed chilled after resting for 24 hours. Its sweet and tangy flavor pairs perfectly with a variety of meats, especially cold chicken or other chilled selections. Whether you’re planning a weeknight dinner or hosting a gathering, this condiment is sure to impress with its simplicity and taste.
Ingredients
- 12 pearl onions
- 6 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
Instructions
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Prepare the Onions: Begin by bringing a saucepan of water to a boil. Add the pearl onions and let them boil for approximately 3 minutes to soften.
🕒 Time: 3 minutes
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Cool and Peel: After boiling, immediately rinse the onions under cold running water to stop the cooking process. Trim the root end of each onion, then gently squeeze from the root towards the stem to slip the onion out of its skin.
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Prepare the Condiment Base: In a small saucepan, place the honey over low heat. Let it cook for about 1 minute until it liquefies.
🕒 Time: 1 minute
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Add Vinegar: Stir in the red wine vinegar to the liquefied honey. Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture is well combined, for about 1 additional minute.
🕒 Time: 1 minute
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Incorporate Onions: Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the peeled pearl onions to the honey-vinegar mixture. Stir well to ensure the onions are evenly coated with the condiment.
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Chill: Allow the condiment to cool to room temperature before transferring it to the refrigerator. Let it chill for 2 to 3 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.
🕒 Time: 2-3 hours
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Serve: Once chilled, your Pearl Onion Condiment is ready to serve alongside your favorite meats or snacks. Enjoy the sweet and tangy flavor profile that perfectly complements a variety of dishes.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 90.5
- Fat: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 4.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 22.7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 19.7g
- Protein: 0.7g
Keywords
Fruit, Vegetable, Canadian, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Easy, Weeknight, Refrigerator
Tips
- For added flavor, consider incorporating herbs or spices such as thyme, rosemary, or black pepper into the condiment mixture.
- Make a larger batch of this condiment and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week for convenient use with various meals.
- Serve this Pearl Onion Condiment alongside a cheese platter for a delicious and visually appealing appetizer option.
- Experiment with different types of vinegar for unique flavor variations. Balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar could provide interesting twists to the recipe.
Enjoy creating this simple yet flavorful condiment that will elevate any meal or snack time experience!
