Description
These pickled red onions are a flavorful addition to any meal, adding a tangy crunch with minimal effort. Perfect as a side dish or topping for sandwiches, they elevate salads and tacos alike with their vibrant color and taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 red onions
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
Instructions
- Peel the red onions and slice them thinly, preferably using a mandoline for uniformity.
- Stir together white vinegar, white sugar, and salt in a jug until the sugar dissolves.
- Place the onion slices in a heatproof bowl and pour boiling water over them. Let them sit for about 30–60 seconds before draining.
- Pack the drenched onions into clean jars and pour the vinegar mixture over them, ensuring the onions are fully submerged.
- Allow the jars to reach room temperature before sealing and refrigerating. The onions will be ready to enjoy after 30 minutes and can stay fresh in the fridge for 2–3 weeks.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding spices like peppercorns or dill to the vinegar mixture.
These pickled onions make a refreshing addition to salads, tacos, and sandwiches.
Ensure jars are sterilized to extend the shelf life.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 73
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 1645mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg