Description
A tangy and flavorful addition to many dishes, these pickled onions are quick and easy to make.
Ingredients
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- 1 red onion (thinly sliced)
- ¾ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¾ cup water
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 clove garlic (smashed)
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- ½ teaspoon coriander seeds
- 2–3 sprigs fresh herbs (such as thyme or dill)
- 1–2 strips citrus zest (such as lemon or orange)
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the sliced onions and blanch for about 30 seconds. Drain and transfer the onions to a heatproof jar.
- In a saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and any optional seasonings. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar and salt.
- Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the onions in the jar, ensuring that the onions are submerged.
- Let the onions cool to room temperature. After cooling, seal the jar and refrigerate. The onions will be ready to use after 30 minutes of pickling but will develop more flavor over time.
Notes
- These pickled onions can enhance tacos, salads, and sandwiches.
- Allowing them to sit longer in the refrigerator will deepen the flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiments
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg