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Fairground Onions Recipe

Fairground Onions Recipe


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  • Total Time: 73 mins
  • Yield: 2 1x

Description

Fairground onions bring nostalgic street food magic straight from carnival memories. Crispy golden rings deliver perfect crunch with zesty seasoning, promising a delightful snack you’ll crave again and again.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 1 onion

Cooking Fats and Sauces:

  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) butter
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) marmalade
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce

Seasonings:

  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Transform yellow onions into slender, elongated ribbons by slicing them with precision.
  2. Gently melt butter in a wide-bottomed skillet, maintaining a gentle low heat to prevent burning.
  3. Introduce the onion strips into the melted butter, allowing them to caramelize slowly while stirring intermittently over 10-12 minutes.
  4. Pour marmalade into the pan, stirring carefully to ensure each onion strand becomes glossed with the sweet, citrusy preserve.
  5. Splash Worcestershire sauce into the mixture, creating a rich, tangy undertone that will intensify during a prolonged 55-60 minute simmering process.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to elevate the flavor profile.
  7. Transfer the luxuriously soft, amber-tinted onion compote to a serving dish, presenting it while still radiating warmth.

Notes

  • Caramelize slowly to develop deep, rich sweetness without burning the onions.
  • Use a wide pan to ensure even cooking and maximum surface area for better flavor development.
  • Choose a marmalade with some citrus chunks for extra texture and bright, zesty undertones.
  • Reduce heat to lowest setting during long simmering to prevent scorching and maintain smooth consistency.
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 68 mins
  • Category: Appetizer, Snacks
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2
  • Calories: 110 kcal
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 350 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 13 g
  • Fiber: 1.5 g
  • Protein: 0.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg