Onions with Raisins

Name: Onions with Raisins
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Borettane onions to clean 1.75 lbs; Raisins 6 tbsp; Apple cider vinegar ¼ cup; Marsala wine 1 ½ tbsp; Butter 2 ¾ tbsp; Fine salt 4 pinches; Black pepper to taste; Water 0.42 cup

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169

Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Vegetarian

Energy Kcal 169
Carbohydrates g 19.5
of which sugars g 19.5
Protein g 1.9
Fats g 8.6
of which saturated fat g 4.93
Fiber g 2.5
Cholesterol mg 25
Sodium mg 1206

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low
Note + 20 minutes of soaking the raisins

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Gessica Runcio

So, imagine you're in Lombardy, and you stumble upon something pretty awesome: caramelized onions with raisins. It's a unique twist, you know? This dish uses simple ingredients with that classic Italian touch. And the star? It's cipolline borettane. Seriously good. These small, sweet onions are found in northern Italy, tender and super quick to soak up flavors—perfect for this raisin recipe.

Here's the thing, what makes this dish stand out is the Marsala wine and raisins. They bring a mellow, aromatic kick you won't find in your everyday onion sides. In Lombardy, they love dishes that are kinda simple but have so many layers. And honestly, cipolline all’uvetta nails it. The onions get a golden color, and they're sticky and moist. Which is great.

Up north, they're all about getting the most from each ingredient, and this onion and raisin dish really shows that off. The Marsala wine adds a sweet richness that's way deeper than you'd expect. Plus, the raisins? They soak up the juices, turning almost jam-like. For real.

Typically, you'd see this as a side dish with slow-cooked meats like roast beef or pork. The tangy onions and dried fruit? They bring a refreshing contrast to the richness, adding something special to every bite. It's at holiday tables or big family gatherings in Lombardy, but hey, it fits perfectly into a cozy weeknight meal too when you're craving something rustic. Pretty much.

Compared to Moroccan onion confit or other sweet and savory onion dishes, cipolline all’uvetta stays simple, letting each flavor really, really shine. When it comes to traditional onion recipes with a twist, this one from northern Italy is a winner. It's proof that with just a few ingredients, you can create something that's memorable and satisfying. So, can't go wrong there.

How to prepare Onions with Raisins

To prepare the recipe for onions with raisins, first soak the raisins for 20 minutes in a glass of lukewarm water 1. Meanwhile, peel the onions 2 and gather them in a bowl 3.

Place a pot full of salted water on the stove and bring it to a boil 4, then add the onions and blanch them for 2 minutes 5. Drain them 6 and set aside.

Now, add the butter to a pan 7 and melt it over low heat. Then add the onions 8 and sauté them gently for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then deglaze with the vinegar 9 and

pour in 100 ml of water 10. Squeeze the raisins well 11 and add them to the onions 12.

At this point, salt and pepper, and continue cooking for 7 minutes with the pot covered 13. Then deglaze with the Marsala 14, let it evaporate, then cover the pan again and continue cooking for another 7 minutes. At the end, the onions will become tender, and the cooking liquid will have almost completely evaporated 15. Serve the onions with raisins hot.