Recipe information
Yield
8 Servings
Ingredients
1
/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2
very large red onions, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise (about 5 cups)
1
/2 cup fresh lime juice
2
cups (loosely packed) fresh cilantro leaves (from 1 large bunch)
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Preparation
Step 1
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté until tender and translucent but not brown, about 10 minutes. DO AHEAD Can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Rewarm over medium heat before continuing.
Step 2
Add lime juice to onions and simmer until liquid is slightly reduced, about 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove onions from heat. Stir in cilantro leaves.