Pickled Red Onions
Pickled red onions are a vibrant and zesty addition to any meal, transforming simple dishes into culinary delights. With their sweet-tangy brine and stunning color, these easy-to-make pickles add a delightful crunch and visual appeal to tacos, salads, sandwiches, and grilled meats. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy winter dinners, this recipe will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 2 cups (about 8 servings) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large red onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- Optional: Spices like peppercorns or crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Slice red onions into thin rings using a sharp knife or mandoline.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Stir until dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat.
- Pack sliced onions tightly into clean jars and pour hot brine over them until fully submerged.
- Let cool to room temperature before sealing jars with lids and refrigerating for at least one hour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider including garlic cloves or fresh herbs in the jars. - The pickled onions taste even better after resting for a day or two in the fridge. - Customize your brine by experimenting with different vinegars or spices according to your taste preferences.