Description
Sweet pearl onions roasted in rich Cajun garlic butter with smoky beef sausage create a comforting, flavorful side dish. The onions become tender and lightly caramelized while absorbing bold Southern-inspired seasonings.
Ingredients
2 pounds pearl onions, peeled
4 tablespoons butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup smoked beef sausage, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the peeled pearl onions in a large baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the butter mixture over the onions and toss until evenly coated.
- Add the sliced smoked beef sausage and drizzle with olive oil. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil, stir the onions and sausage, and continue baking uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes until the onions are tender and lightly caramelized.
- Garnish with chopped chives and parsley.
- Serve warm with fresh lemon wedges.
Notes
Add sliced bell peppers for extra color and sweetness.
Increase the Cajun seasoning or add cayenne pepper for more heat.
Substitute smoked turkey sausage for a lighter option.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top before serving for added richness.
Add baby potatoes to make the dish more filling.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or microwave in 30-second intervals until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roast
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
