Description
A quick and easy way to add a vibrant burst of tangy, sweet crunch to any dish. This recipe transforms simple red onions into a colorful condiment that brightens salads, sandwiches, tacos, and more. Ready in just an hour and bursting with flavor, these pickled onions are perfect for everyday use or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium red onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- Optional: 5 black peppercorns, 1 garlic clove, peeled, or a bay leaf
Instructions
- Peel and thinly slice the red onions.
- In a small saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Heat until sugar and salt dissolve. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Place onions in a clean jar or heatproof container. Add optional spices if using.
- Pour warm brine over onions, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Let cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before using.
- For best flavor, allow to marinate overnight.
Notes
- Use a mandoline slicer for even thin slices.
- Adjust sugar and vinegar ratio to taste.
- Keep onions submerged in brine to prevent spoilage.
- Store in refrigerator and consume within 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (to prepare brine)
- Category: Condiment, Side
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg