Description
This recipe for Pickled Red Onions offers a quick and easy way to add tangy, vibrant flavor to your dishes. Using simple ingredients like red onions, white vinegar, and a hint of sweetness from cane sugar, these pickled onions are perfect for salads, tacos, sandwiches, and more. Ready in as little as an hour, they bring a crisp, bright pink bite to any meal.
Ingredients
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Pickled Red Onions
- 2 small red onions
- 2 cups white vinegar
- 2 cups water
- ⅓ cup cane sugar
- 2 tablespoons sea salt
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon mixed peppercorns
Instructions
- Slice the Onions: Thinly slice the red onions using a mandoline or a sharp knife for even, delicate slices. Distribute the sliced onions evenly between two 16-ounce jars or three 10-ounce jars. Add one garlic clove and half the mixed peppercorns into each jar to infuse flavor.
- Prepare the Pickling Liquid: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the white vinegar, water, cane sugar, and sea salt. Stir continuously until the sugar and salt fully dissolve, which takes about 1 minute. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
- Combine and Cool: Pour the warm pickling liquid over the onions in the jars, ensuring the onions are fully submerged. Let the jars sit at room temperature until they reach room temperature to avoid condensation inside the fridge.
- Refrigerate and Pickle: Seal the jars and refrigerate. The onions will be ready to eat once they turn bright pink and tender, which takes about 1 hour for very thin slices or overnight for thicker slices. Properly stored, they will keep well for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Using a mandoline helps achieve uniform thin slices for faster pickling.
- You can adjust the sugar amount to taste for a sweeter or more tangy pickle.
- The pickled onions add a vibrant flavor to tacos, salads, sandwiches, and grilled dishes.
- Ensure onions are fully submerged in brine to prevent spoilage.
- For a spicy variation, add sliced jalapeños or a pinch of chili flakes to the jars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Pickled Red Onions, Quick Pickled Onions, Tangy Pickled Onions, Easy Pickled Onions Recipe, Vegan Condiment
