Description
A simple and delicious recipe for pickled red onions that adds a flavorful crunch to your meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 cup filtered water
- 1 teaspoon peppercorns (optional)
- 2 garlic cloves, smashed (optional)
Instructions
- Slice the red onion thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline for uniformity.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Stir until dissolved and let it gently simmer.
- Place sliced onions in a clean glass jar and pour the hot brine over them until fully submerged.
- Allow the jar to cool at room temperature before sealing tightly and refrigerating for at least one hour (overnight for best flavor).
- Enjoy these pickled onions on tacos, salads, or straight from the jar!
Notes
- Allowing the pickled onions to sit overnight enhances the flavor.
- They can be stored in the refrigerator for several weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiments
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg