Description
Pickled Red Onions are a tangy and vibrant condiment that can elevate a variety of dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large red onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds (optional)
- 1 bay leaf (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, salt, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, and bay leaf if you’re using it. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.
- While the pickling liquid is heating up, place the thinly sliced red onions in a clean, heatproof jar or bowl.
- Once the pickling liquid is ready, carefully pour it over the sliced onions, making sure they’re fully submerged.
- Let the jar cool to room temperature, then seal it up and pop it in the fridge.
- For the best flavor, let them sit for at least 24 hours before enjoying.
Notes
- These pickled onions will keep well in the fridge for up to two weeks.
- They can be used to enhance tacos, salads, sandwiches, or any dish that needs a bit of zing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Pickled Red Onions, Condiment, Pickling, Tacos, Salads