Chili Crumb-Stuffed Onions

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Advanced
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Sweet onions baked with a savory, spiced cornmeal and bread crumb filling for a hearty vegetarian main.
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These Chili Crumb-Stuffed Onions are a comforting, old-fashioned American dish that transforms humble sweet onions into an elegant centerpiece. Large sweet onions are hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture of dry bread crumbs, yellow cornmeal, chopped celery, and aromatic spices like chili powder and oregano. The filling is bound with melted butter for richness and moisture. Baked until the onions are tender and the tops are golden, this recipe offers a delightful contrast between the soft, sweet onion shell and the textured, spicy crumb topping. It’s a perfect vegan-friendly main course for weeknight dinners or potlucks, offering a nostalgic, home-style flavor that is both satisfying and easy to prepare with pantry staples.

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Chili Crumb-Stuffed Onions

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 86.0

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These Chili Crumb-Stuffed Onions are a comforting, old-fashioned American dish that transforms humble sweet onions into an elegant centerpiece. Large sweet onions are hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture of dry bread crumbs, yellow cornmeal, chopped celery, and aromatic spices like chili powder and oregano. The filling is bound with melted butter for richness and moisture. Baked until the onions are tender and the tops are golden, this recipe offers a delightful contrast between the soft, sweet onion shell and the textured, spicy crumb topping. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect vegan-friendly main course for weeknight dinners or potlucks, offering a nostalgic, home-style flavor that is both satisfying and easy to prepare with pantry staples.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Cut a thin slice from the root end of each onion to create a stable base.
  3. Slice off about 3/4 inch from the stem end, leaving the skin intact to hold the shape.
  4. Using a small knife or apple corer, carefully scoop out the onion interior, leaving a 1/2-inch thick shell.
  5. Do not cut through the bottom of the onion shell; reserve the scooped-out onion flesh.
  6. Finely chop enough of the reserved onion to measure 1 1/2 cups.
  7. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped onion, 3/4 cup dry bread crumbs, 1/2 cup chopped celery, 1/4 cup yellow cornmeal, 1/4 cup melted butter, 2 teaspoons chili powder, and 2 teaspoons oregano.
  8. Mix ingredients thoroughly until the crumb mixture is evenly combined.
  9. Place the hollowed onion shells upright in a baking dish.
  10. Spoon the stuffing mixture into each onion shell, mounding it slightly on top.
  11. Pour 1/2 cup of water into the bottom of the baking dish around the onions.
  12. Cover the dish tightly with foil.
  13. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the onions are tender when pierced with a fork.
  14. Remove foil for the last 5 minutes if you desire a slightly crisp top, then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 86.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 41.0mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 20.0g7%
Dietary Fiber 3.0g12%
Sugars 4.2g
Protein 1.6g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: stuffed onions, chili powder, cornmeal, bread crumbs, vegan main, vegetarian dinner, american comfort food, baked vegetables, sweet onions, oregano, celery, potluck recipe, easy dinner, spiced stuffing, home style
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