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Pickled Red Onions Recipe

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Pickled Red Onions deliver vibrant magenta crunch with sweet-tangy brightness that transforms tacos, salads, and sandwiches. Thinly sliced raw onions pickle in 15 minutes for instant neon pickle perfection. Refrigerator staple elevates every savory dish with addictive sweet-sour pop. Ultimate Pinterest condiment jar essential.

Ingredients

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  • Pickling Base:
  • 1 large red onion (thinly sliced into ⅛-inch rings)
  • 1 cup white vinegar (or apple cider)
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1½ tsp kosher salt
  • Flavor Boost:
  • 1 tsp black peppercorns
  • ½ tsp mustard seeds
  • ½ tsp coriander seeds (optional)
  • 1–2 garlic cloves (sliced)
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  • 1. Slice red onion ultra-thin with mandoline or sharp knife. Separate rings.
  • 2. Pack onions tightly into clean 16 oz mason jar.
  • 3. Combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt in small saucepan. Bring to boil.
  • 4. Stir until sugar + salt dissolve completely (1 min).
  • 5. Add peppercorns, mustard seeds, coriander, garlic, bay leaf to jar.
  • 6. Pour hot brine over onions (completely submerged).
  • 7. Cool to room temp (30 mins). Seal jar, refrigerate.
  • 8. Ready 15 mins. Peak flavor 24 hours.

Notes

  • Ultra-thin slices = maximum crunch + color.
  • Boiling brine = instant pickle activation.
  • Mason jar = perfect fridge storage.
  • Apple cider vinegar = softer tang.
  • No-cook microwave method: 2 mins power 80%.
  • Storage: Fridge 3 weeks. Color fades week 2.
  • Uses: Tacos, burgers, salads, avocado toast, nachos, charcuterie.
  • Scale up: Double for weekly mason jar prep.
  • Quick drain: Use slotted spoon or shake jar.
  • Makes 2 cups. Condiment MVP unlocked.

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