Balsamic Grilled Red Onion Steaks
Balsamic Grilled Red Onion Steaks
Ingredients
For the Red Onion Steaks
- 2 red onions, large, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Balsamic Glaze
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
- 1 garlic, clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1/4 teaspoon dried)
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the red onions: Trim the ends of the red onions. Peel off the outer layer. Carefully slice each onion into 1/2-inch thick rounds, trying to keep the rings intact as much as possible. This will form your 'steaks'.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Season the onions: In a large bowl, gently toss the red onion rounds with olive oil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Ensure all surfaces are lightly coated.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Prepare the balsamic glaze: In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar, packed brown sugar, and minced garlic. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. Stir in the fresh thyme. Remove the glaze from the heat and set it aside.
⏱️ 10 min
- 4
Preheat the grill: Preheat your outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375
- 5
Grill the onions: Carefully place the seasoned red onion rounds directly on the preheated grill. Grill for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until the onions are tender, slightly translucent, and have developed nice char marks. During the last few minutes of grilling, brush the onion steaks generously with the prepared balsamic glaze.
⏱️ 12 min
- 6
Serve: Remove the grilled red onion steaks from the grill. Arrange them on a serving platter. Drizzle any remaining balsamic glaze over the top and serve immediately as a flavorful side or a light main course.
⏱️ 2 min
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Balsamic Grilled Red Onion Steaks
Ingredients
For the Red Onion Steaks
- 2 red onions, large, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Balsamic Glaze
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
- 1 garlic, clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1/4 teaspoon dried)
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the red onions: Trim the ends of the red onions. Peel off the outer layer. Carefully slice each onion into 1/2-inch thick rounds, trying to keep the rings intact as much as possible. This will form your 'steaks'.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Season the onions: In a large bowl, gently toss the red onion rounds with olive oil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Ensure all surfaces are lightly coated.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Prepare the balsamic glaze: In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar, packed brown sugar, and minced garlic. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. Stir in the fresh thyme. Remove the glaze from the heat and set it aside.
⏱️ 10 min - 4
Preheat the grill: Preheat your outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375 - 5
Grill the onions: Carefully place the seasoned red onion rounds directly on the preheated grill. Grill for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until the onions are tender, slightly translucent, and have developed nice char marks. During the last few minutes of grilling, brush the onion steaks generously with the prepared balsamic glaze.
⏱️ 12 min - 6
Serve: Remove the grilled red onion steaks from the grill. Arrange them on a serving platter. Drizzle any remaining balsamic glaze over the top and serve immediately as a flavorful side or a light main course.
⏱️ 2 min