Onion Boil
A savory and flavorful dish featuring onions simmered in a delicious broth, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 large onions, peeled and quartered Sweet varieties like Vidalia or yellow onions work well.
- 4 cups vegetable broth Can use chicken or mushroom broth for different flavors.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) Adjust spice level to taste.
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving A squeeze of lemon adds freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Cooking
- Stir in the vegetable broth, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard, mixing well. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add the quartered onions to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the broth.
- Sprinkle in the paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine all the flavors.
- Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Let the onions simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until they become soft and tender.
- Once cooked, remove the pot from the heat. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the onions to a serving dish, allowing excess broth to drip off.
- Drizzle some of the broth over the onions for added flavor before garnishing with chopped parsley.
Serving
- Serve the onion boil warm, alongside lemon wedges.
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Notes
For best results, choose fresh, sweet onions. You can adjust the spice level and experiment with different additives like vegetables or proteins. For serving, consider adding garnishes like microgreens or toasted nuts for a creative twist.