Carbonnade Flamande

Step 2: Caramelize the aromatic base

  • Aromatic base

    • onions
      , thinly sliced
      3
    • garlic
      , crushed
      3
    • bacon
      , minced
      1-2 slicesa handful
    • butter
      a knob~15 g

In the same pot, add the butter, bacon, sliced onions, and garlic cloves. Stir frequently over medium heat to begin to sweat everything. The bacon will render and the onions will begin to break down, the bottom of the pan.

Continue to & stir this mixture until the onions have and become sweet & jammy (~45 minutes minimum, although you can go longer and further darken the onions). Supervise and scrape the bottom of the pot frequently to prevent burning (if needed, you can deglaze any dark spots with a splash of water).

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