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Quick Pickled Onions

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Crisp and tangy quick pickled red onions made with vinegar, sugar, and salt, creating a bright and flavorful topping perfect for tacos, sandwiches, and salads.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Pickling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 garlic clove, smashed (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns (optional)
  • 1 bay leaf (optional)

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice the red onion and place the slices into a clean jar or heatproof container.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, sugar, and salt.
  3. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.
  4. If desired, add smashed garlic, black peppercorns, or a bay leaf to the jar with the onions.
  5. Pour the warm pickling liquid over the onions, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  6. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
  7. Cover the jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using.
  8. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Let the onions sit longer in the refrigerator for a stronger pickled flavor.
  • Apple cider vinegar gives a slightly milder and fruitier taste.
  • Add sliced jalapeños for a spicy variation.
  • Mustard seeds or coriander seeds can add extra depth of flavor.
  • Red onions naturally turn bright pink when pickled.
  • The pickling liquid can be reused once for another batch, though the flavor may be milder.

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