Ingredients:

  • 2 large sweet onions (approx. 1 lb / 450g), cut into 1/2 inch rings
  • 1 cup (240ml) water or low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 3 cloves (15g) garlic, minced finely
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ tsp (3g) sea salt
  • ¼ tsp (1g) cracked black pepper
  • ¼ tsp (1g) smoked paprika

Instructions:

  1. Peel the sweet onions and slice them into rings approximately ½ inch thick.
  2. Gently separate the rings with your fingers, discarding any very small fragments to ensure uniform cooking.
  3. Pour 1 cup (240ml) of water or broth into a pot. Place a steamer basket inside, ensuring the water does not touch the bottom of the basket.
  4. Arrange the onion rings in the basket in a single layer or loosely layered.
  5. Bring water to a boil, cover with a tight lid, and steam for 8–10 minutes until the onions transition from opaque white to a translucent, velvety appearance.
  6. While the onions steam, whisk together the minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika in a mixing bowl.
  7. Carefully transfer the steaming hot onion rings directly from the basket into the seasoning bowl.
  8. Toss gently for 30 seconds to allow the residual heat to bloom the garlic and create a fragrant glaze.