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Cajun Onion Boil

A flavorful and spicy dish featuring onions boiled 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, Side Dish
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large yellow onions peeled and quartered
  • 8 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper freshly ground

Method
 

Cooking the Onions
  1. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
  2. Add the Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the boiling water.
  3. Carefully add the quartered onions to the pot.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and let the onions boil for about 30 minutes or until tender.
  5. Once cooked, drain the onions using a colander.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with additional Cajun seasoning if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For an extra kick, consider adding some sliced sausage or shrimp to the boil.

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