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Cajun Onion Boil

A flavorful and spicy dish featuring boiled onions seasoned with Cajun spices, perfect for a hearty meal or a gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large yellow onions peeled
  • 8 cups water
  • 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon salt for boiling
  • 1 lemon sliced for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for drizzling

Method
 

Cooking the Onions
  1. In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil. Add salt and Cajun seasoning.
  2. Once boiling, carefully add the peeled onions and lemon slices.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and let boil for about 30 minutes or until onions are tender.
  4. Remove onions from the pot using a colander and let drain.
  5. Drizzle with olive oil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal.

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