Baked Whole Onion in foil
Enjoy the rich, sweet flavor of roasted Vidalia onions with this easy air fryer recipe. Infused with savory bouillon and seasoned butter, these tender onions make a perfect side dish or flavorful addition to any meal. Simple to prepare and bursting with taste, they’re sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Baked vidalia onions ingredients:
- 4 vidalia onions or regular
- 4 (4 gram) vegetable bouillon cubes
- 4-8 tablespoons coconut oil or butter
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
How to make Caramelized whole onions in the oven
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F.
- Prepare the Onion: Peel the onion, leaving the root intact. If the onion doesn’t sit flat, trim the root slightly to create a stable base.
- Cut the Onion: Using a paring knife, cut a 1-inch deep cone shape into the top of the onion.
- Add Bouillon and Butter: Place a vegetable bouillon cube into the hole and fill the rest with 1-2 tablespoons of butter. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Wrap in Foil: Place the onion on a large piece of foil. Wrap the foil around the onion, twisting the top to seal it completely. Put the wrapped onion on a baking sheet.
- Bake: Cook in the oven for 45-60 minutes, until the onion is tender. Serve warm.
Air Fryer Roasted Vidalia Onions in Foil
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 350°F and let it preheat for a few minutes.
Prepare the Onion:
- Peel the onion, leaving the root intact.
- If the onion doesn’t sit flat, trim the root slightly to create a stable base.
Cut the Onion:
- Use a paring knife to cut a 1-inch deep cone shape into the top of the onion.
Add Bouillon and Butter:
- Insert a vegetable bouillon cube into the hole.
- Fill the rest of the hole with 1-2 tablespoons of butter.
- Season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
Wrap in Foil:
- Place the filled onion on a large piece of foil.
- Wrap the foil around the onion, twisting the top to seal it completely.
Air Fry:
- Place the foil-wrapped onion in the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 350°F for 35-40 minutes, or until the onion is tender. Cooking times may vary depending on the size of the onion and your specific air fryer model, so check for tenderness.
- Serve: Carefully remove the onion from the air fryer, unwrap the foil, and serve warm. Enjoy your deliciously roasted Vidalia onion!
Notes
Bouillon note:
For this recipe, we’re using a regular 4-gram bouillon cube, not the extra-large variety. If you have larger cubes, simply cut them down to size. If you prefer granulated bouillon, use 1 tablespoon. Alternatively, you can substitute with 1 teaspoon of your favorite seasoning blend. If your seasoning blend does not include salt, be sure to add 1/4 teaspoon of salt.