@healthythandi: Caramelized Onion Hack If you’ve ever tried making caramelized onions, you know the struggle , they’re delicious but they take forever (like 40 minutes). The truth is, all you technically need are onions + oil, because onions naturally have sugar that breaks down slowly over time, giving you that jammy sweetness. But here’s my hack when I don’t want to wait: I add a touch of sugar + a splash of balsamic vinegar. ➡️The sugar speeds up browning, cutting down the cooking time by 10-20 minutes. ➡️The balsamic adds depth + tang, giving you that “cooked-all-day” flavor in way less time. ➡️And a pinch of salt balances it all out. The result? Jammy, golden, sweet onions in half the time , perfect for pastas, sandwiches, burgers, or even a salad topper. Recipe (Quick Hack Version) • 2 large onions, thinly sliced • 2 Tbsp olive oil • 1-2 tsp sugar • 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar • Pinch of salt Method: 1️⃣Heat olive oil in a wide pan over medium heat. 2️⃣Add onions + pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften (about 5 min). 3️⃣Sprinkle in sugar. Stir and let it help the onions caramelize faster. 4️⃣Once onions are golden, add balsamic vinegar to deglaze and deepen the flavor. 5️⃣Cook a few more minutes until sticky, glossy, and jammy. 💡 Tip: For the classic slow version, just skip the sugar + vinegar , but be ready to stir for 40 minutes 😅 #CaramelizedOnions #KitchenHacks #FoodieTips #HealthyThandi #PlantBasedEating