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Microwave recipes

Microwaved sautéed onions

Sautéeing onions in a pan can be a faff, but they are simple to do in the microwave. Food that is sautéed is usually cooked for a relatively short period of time, and this French dish is no exception by being ready within 60 seconds.

Serves1
DifficultyEasy

Method

  1. Put an onion into a bowl with 15g butter and 1 tablespoon oil (or 1 tablespoon lemon juice if you’re cutting down on fat).

  2. Cover with cling film and pierce. Microwave on high (900W) for 4 minutes until tender.

  3. Leave for 1 minute before using.

Quick wins, tips & make ahead

These are perfect for stuffings, sauces and meatballs.

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