How to soften onions (2024)

loading...

Try our app for ad-free recipe inspiration

Learn how to gently sauté onions with our step-by-step video. The finished result will be gorgeously soft but not burnt and full of rich flavour.

Points to remember

  • Melt a small amount of butter and oil in a shallow pan over a low heat.
  • Let the butter melt until it starts to sizzle.
  • Add the finely chopped onions. Ensure the onions are coated in the oil and butter and allow to sizzle as it cooks.
  • After about 12 minutes, the onions will become almost translucent.

Advertisem*nt

TIPS
SOFTENING ONIONS

The onions will change colour, but should not caramelise.

Comments, questions and tips

Advertisem*nt

Advertisem*nt

How to soften onions (1)

Exclusive: 25% off Mindful Chef

Save 25% on your first two curated recipe boxes.

Claim the offer

Advertisem*nt

How to soften onions (2024)
Top Articles
Latest Posts
Article information

Author: Jeremiah Abshire

Last Updated:

Views: 6113

Rating: 4.3 / 5 (74 voted)

Reviews: 89% of readers found this page helpful

Author information

Name: Jeremiah Abshire

Birthday: 1993-09-14

Address: Apt. 425 92748 Jannie Centers, Port Nikitaville, VT 82110

Phone: +8096210939894

Job: Lead Healthcare Manager

Hobby: Watching movies, Watching movies, Knapping, LARPing, Coffee roasting, Lacemaking, Gaming

Introduction: My name is Jeremiah Abshire, I am a outstanding, kind, clever, hilarious, curious, hilarious, outstanding person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.