Description
A simple and quick recipe for pickling red onions that adds a flavorful boost to your dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons granulated 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.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.
- Place the thinly sliced red onion in a clean glass jar or bowl.
- Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the onions, ensuring they are fully submerged. If needed, press the onions down with a spoon.
- Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- For best results, let the onions pickle for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Notes
- Quick pickled red onions can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For added flavor, try adding a few slices of jalapeño or a clove of garlic to the pickling mixture.
- You can experiment with different types of vinegar, such as red wine vinegar or rice vinegar, for a unique taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 0g
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Quick Pickled Red Onions Recipe