Cebollitas Asadas (Mexican Grilled Green Onions)
Cebollitas asadas are tender, lightly charred green onions commonly served with carne asada and other grilled meats. The bulbs become soft and slightly sweet while the tops pick up a mild smoky flavor. This simple side dish comes together quickly and pairs well with tacos, fajitas, or any cookout meal.
Servings: 4
Calories: 93kcal
Equipment
- Traeger Pellet Grill and Smoker
- Blackstone Grill
Ingredients
- 4 bunches Cebollita onions or Cambray onions (there's 3-4 per bunch)
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoon Maggi Jugo or soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili seasoning blend
- 2 limes cut into wedges
Instructions
- Wash the cebollitas to remove any sandy soil. Trim the root ends and cut the green tops to your preferred length. If any bulbs are large, slice them lengthwise up to the stem so they cook evenly.4 bunches Cebollita onions
- Drizzle olive oil over the bottom of a sheet pan that fits on your grill. Add the cebollitas and turn them to coat evenly with oil, then season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.2 tablespoon olive oil , 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper
- Drizzle a small amount of Jugo liquid seasoning over the cebollitas, then lightly sprinkle with chili powder or chili lime seasoning.2 tablespoon Maggi Jugo, 1 tablespoon chili seasoning blend
- Place the pan on a grill or in an oven preheated to 375°F. Close the lid or oven door and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the size of the bulbs, until they are tender when pierced with a knife.
- Remove from the grill or oven and transfer to a serving platter with tongs. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the cebollitas and serve with crema.2 limes
Notes
- Type of Onions: Choose Chamoy or Cebolitas onions for the best results. Other large bulb green onions will work also though.
- Cook Evenly: Split the onion bulbs lengthwise so that they cook evenly, or if you like softer roasted or grilled green onions.
- Season: You can also brush the onions with olive oil before grilling to help the seasonings stick better. Season the onions with your favorite Mexican spices and lime juice before serving.
- Grill over Medium Heat: Grill the onions over medium heat for 15-20 minutes, or until they are soft and slightly caramelized so they are sweet.
Nutrition
Calories: 93kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 1090mg | Potassium: 172mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1119IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg
