How To Make Fried Onions In A Rice Cooker
Fried onions add rich flavor and aroma to countless dishes, from stir-fries to sauces. This unique method lets you fry onions effortlessly using a multi-purpose fuzzy logic rice cooker with a "Bake" function. Perfect for multitasking, it guarantees evenly cooked onions without constant stirring or risk of burning.
Servings: 4
Calories: 92kcal
Equipment
- Multi-purpose fuzzy logic rice cooker with "Bake" function
Ingredients
- 1 large onion chopped
- 1 tbsp oil
Instructions
- Chop the onion into small, uniform pieces.
- Pour 1 tablespoon of oil into the rice cooker bowl.
- Add the chopped onions to the bowl and spread them evenly.
- Keep the lid open—this is crucial for proper cooking.
- Set the rice cooker to the "Bake" function and set the timer for 30 minutes.
- Press the "Start" button and let the onions cook.
- Stir the onions once at the 15-minute mark for even browning, but this step is optional.
- When the timer beeps, the onions are perfectly fried! The rice cooker will switch to "Keep Warm" mode, so the onions can stay fresh if not removed immediately.
Notes
- The lid must remain open while frying to allow moisture to escape and prevent steaming.
- Stirring is optional but helps ensure uniform cooking.
Nutrition
Calories: 92kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 0.2mg