Onions Agrodolce (Sweet and Sour Onions)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1

Sweet and tangy Onions Agrodolce recipe

Onions Agrodolce (Sweet and Sour Onions)

by The Chefin Side

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

177

Sugar

12g

Fat

Onions agrodolce is a traditional Italian sweet and sour dish that is made by cooking onions in a mixture of vinegar, sugar, and spices. The sweet and tangy flavor of the dish makes it a great accompaniment to grilled meats or vegetables. It can also be used as a topping for pizza, sandwiches, or salads. This recipe uses small onions, which are cooked until they are tender and glazed with a sweet and sour sauce made from port wine, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, and raisins.

Instructions

1.	Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and golden brown, about 15 minutes.
2.	Stir in the port wine, vinegar, brown sugar, raisins, salt, and cayenne pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the onions are glazed.
3.	Serve the onions agrodolce hot or at room temperature as a side dish, or use as a topping for grilled meats or vegetables.

PROS

The onions agrodolce are sweet and tangy, making them a great addition to any meal.

This recipe is easy to make and can be used as a side dish or a topping for other dishes.

CONS

This recipe requires peeling and cooking multiple small onions, which may be time-consuming for some people.

The dish has a slightly high sugar content due to the brown sugar and raisins used in the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Onions are rich in antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer.
The raisins in this recipe contain fiber and are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including potassium and iron.

	25 small onions , peeled
	3 tablespoons olive oil
	1/4 cup port wine
	1/4 cup red wine vinegar or 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
	2 tablespoons brown sugar
	1/4 cup raisins
	salt
	cayenne pepper