Cipollini in Agrodolce
means “sweet and sour,” a flavoring particularly popular in southern Italy and usually achieved by mixing vinegar and sugar. For this recipe, an inexpensive young balsamic vinegar should be used rather than a more expensive aged vinegar. Cipollini are small, flat Italian onions. They are available in some supermarkets and farmers’ markets. Pearl onions or small boiling onions may be substituted. Serve these piquant onions alongside a platter of cheeses and sliced cured meats, such as prosciutto and
Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
What these numbers assume — 4 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Onion | 1 medium (110g) | 44 |
| Vinegar | 1 tbsp (15ml) distilled | 3 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. cipollini onions, each about 1 1/2 inches in diameter
- 2 cups white wine vinegar
- 2 cups balsamic vinegar
- 3 Tbs. granulated sugar
- 3 Tbs. firmly packed brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp. salt