Savory Gochujang Butter Onions
A delightful side dish featuring caramelized onions coated in a rich gochujang butter sauce, perfect for enhancing any meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200kcal
Equipment
- Skillet
- Cutting Board
- Knife
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 large Onions Preferably yellow or sweet varieties.
- 2 tablespoons Gochujang Fermented chili paste for spice and umami.
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For richness and caramelization.
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced for added flavor.
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt To taste.
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked, to taste.
- 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped, for garnish.
Instructions
- Peel and slice the onions thinly. Mince the garlic and have all ingredients ready.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat until foamy.
- Add the sliced onions to the skillet and stir to coat them in butter.
- Cook the onions for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are translucent and soft.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the gochujang, mixing well with the onions and garlic.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as necessary.
- Remove from heat once onions are tender and glossy.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
For variations, consider adding honey for sweetness or fresh chili for extra heat.