Caramelized Onion and Cheddar Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Caramelized Onion and Cheddar Tacos Recipe combines sweet, caramelized onions with rich cheddar cheese, creating a delicious filling for soft or crispy taco shells. It’s a simple yet satisfying dish that can be prepared quickly, making it perfect for weeknight dinners.

These tacos are versatile and can be customized with your favorite toppings such as avocado, salsa, or fresh cilantro to enhance the flavor.

Delicious Caramelized Onion and Cheddar Tacos

In this recipe, onions are slowly cooked until golden brown and sweet, then combined with melted cheddar cheese. The tacos are ready in about 30 minutes and serve 4 people, making them an excellent choice for a quick meal.

Ingredients

4 medium onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon sugar
8 small flour or corn tortillas
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Toppings: avocado, salsa, fresh cilantro, or sour cream (optional)

Instructions

Caramelize the Onions: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions, salt, pepper, and sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15-20 minutes until the onions are golden brown and caramelized.
Warm the Tortillas: While the onions are cooking, warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
Combine: Once the onions are caramelized, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the onions in the skillet. Allow the cheese to melt for a couple of minutes.
Assemble Tacos: Spoon the caramelized onion and cheese mixture onto each tortilla. Add your choice of toppings.
Serve: Enjoy the tacos warm, garnished with additional toppings as desired.