Saturday, December 13, 2008

Low Fat Spicy Pearl Onions

Ingredients :

3 containers, 10 ounces each pearl onions
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons margarine or butter
2 teaspoons raspberry vinegar
1 teaspoon tomato paste
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne) or 1 teaspoon chipotle chile puree

Method :

1. In deep 12-inch skillet, heat 1 inch water to boiling over high heat.

2. Add onions; heat to boiling.

3. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 5 to 10 minutes until onions are tender; drain well.

4. Wipe skillet dry.

5. Peel onions, leaving a little of the root ends to help onions hold their shape during glazing.

6. Let onions cool slightly; cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

7. To complete, in 12-inch skillet, heat brown sugar and remaining ingredients over high heat until melted, stirring often.

8. Add onions and cook until onions are browned and glazed, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Serves 8.

Per Serving :

Calories 85,
Fat 3 g,
Carbs 14 g,
Sodium 120 mg,
Protein 1 g.
Cholesterol 0 mg,
Fiber 1 g

Source : Low Fat Good Cooking

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