Quick Pickled Red Onion
Brighten up your meals with this quick and easy recipe for **Quick Pickled Red Onions**, a tangy condiment that's ready in just an hour but tastes even better after a day. Thinly sliced red onions are steeped in a vibrant brine of white vinegar, a touch of sugar, and aromatic seasonings like garlic, bay leaf, and black peppercorns. With minimal prep time and no special equipment required, this versatile recipe transforms ordinary onions into a punchy topping perfect for tacos, sandwiches, salads, or even charcuterie boards. These pickled onions keep for up to two weeks in the refrigerator, making them a must-have for meal prep or last-minute flavor boosters. Elevate your dishes with this simple yet bold addition that delivers both crunch and zing!
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Ingredients
- 1 large Red onion
- 240 ml White vinegar
- 240 ml Water
- 50 g Sugar
- 15 g Salt
- 10 Black peppercorns
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 Bay leaf
Directions
Step 1
Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Aim for very thin slices, around 1/8 inch thick, to ensure they pickle quickly and evenly.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Add the black peppercorns, smashed garlic clove, and bay leaf.
Step 3
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Stir occasionally until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
Step 4
Remove the pan from heat and let the brine cool for about 5 minutes.
Step 5
Place the sliced red onions into a clean, heatproof glass jar or container with a tight-fitting lid.
Step 6
Carefully pour the warm brine over the onions, ensuring they are completely submerged.
Step 7
Let the mixture cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes, then close the lid tightly and refrigerate.
Step 8
Allow the onions to pickle for at least 1 hour, but they will reach their peak flavor after 24 hours.
Step 9
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks and enjoy as a tangy addition to your meals.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 726.9 grams (726.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 368 |
| Total Fat 1.40g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0.00g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5924mg | 258% |
| Total Carbohydrate 80.20g | 29% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.80g | 31% |
| Total Sugars 56.40g | |
| Protein 3.90g | 8% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 177mg | 14% |
| Iron 3mg | 14% |
| Potassium 726mg | 15% |
Source of Calories