Balsamic-Glazed Pearl Onions
These balsamic glazed pearl onions are tender, caramelized, and coated in a rich, tangy-sweet balsamic reduction. Their deep, savory-sweet flavor makes them a perfect side dish or elegant topping for roasted meats and vegetables.
Equipment
- sauce pan
Ingredients
- 1 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter divided
- 2 14.5-oz. pkg. frozen pearl onions, thawed and drained
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup water as needed
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium. Add onions; cook 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add sugar; cook 2 minutes.
- Stir in vinegar. Cover, reduce heat, and cook 25 minutes, adding up to 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if pan seems dry.
- Stir in remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons butter, salt and pepper. Top with parsley.