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Caramelized Onions with Creamy Scrambled Eggs
A budget-friendly dish where sweet, golden caramelized onions meet buttery, soft-scrambled eggs. Comfort food made simple.
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Prep Time
15
minutes
mins
Cook Time
1
hour
hr
Total Time
1
hour
hr
15
minutes
mins
Course
Breakfast
Cuisine
American
Calories
535
kcal
Equipment
Large skillet
- Non-stick pan
Spatula
Mixing bowl
Ingredients
#### For the Caramelized Onions:
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 to 4 medium yellow onions
thinly sliced
- Sea salt
to taste
#### For the Eggs:
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
for serving
- Optional: fresh herbs
chives, parsley for garnish
Instructions
**Caramelize the Onions**
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt; cook for 10 minutes until translucent.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 40–60 minutes until deep golden and jammy.
- If onions begin to stick, deglaze the pan with a splash of water.
**Cook the Eggs**
- Crack eggs into a bowl, add sea salt, and whisk until smooth.
- In a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat, melt butter.
- Pour in eggs and let them set slightly.
- Gently push the eggs from edges to center until soft and just barely set.
- Remove from heat while still glossy.
**Assemble and Serve**
- Plate the eggs and top generously with caramelized onions.
- Finish with freshly ground black pepper and herbs if desired.
- Serve immediately while hot and creamy.
Notes
- Onions can be made ahead and refrigerated.
- For richer eggs, add a splash of cream before cooking.
- Best served fresh.
Keyword
caramelized onions