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Pickled Red Onions

Pickled Red Onions

  • Author: Jonathan
  • Total Time: 35 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: About 2 cups 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Pickled Red Onions offer a quick and tangy way to brighten meals with a perfect balance of acidity and sweetness. This easy recipe uses fresh, simple ingredients to create vibrant, crisp onions ideal for salads, tacos, sandwiches, and more, adding a pop of color and flavor that complements a variety of dishes.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 medium red onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon natural sweetener (such as maple syrup or agave (natural))
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
  • 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Onions: Peel the red onions and slice them thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline. Thin slices ensure quick pickling and a tender but crisp texture.
  2. Make the Pickling Brine: In a small saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar (natural), water, natural sweetener, salt, and natural gelling agent. Warm the mixture just enough to fully dissolve the sweetener and salt, activating the natural gelling agent to develop the marinade’s texture.
  3. Add the Flavorings: Drop in the whole peppercorns and bay leaf into the warm brine. These spices infuse subtle layers of earthy and warm flavors to the onions.
  4. Combine and Cool: Place the sliced onions in a clean jar and pour the warm brine over them, ensuring all slices are submerged. Let cool to room temperature before sealing to preserve fresh tangy flavors without mushiness.
  5. Refrigerate and Enjoy: Refrigerate the jar for at least 30 minutes. For best flavor and texture, allow the onions to pickle for a few hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

  • Use a mandoline or sharp knife for even thin slices to ensure uniform pickling.
  • Allow at least 30 minutes in the fridge; overnight is ideal for deeper flavor.
  • Adjust sweetness of the brine to balance acidity before pouring over onions.
  • Use fresh, firm red onions for best crunchy texture.
  • Store pickled onions in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three weeks.
  • Pickled onions are best served cold or at room temperature; reheating is not recommended.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Pickling
  • Cuisine: Universal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 10
  • Sugar: 1.5g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: pickled red onions, quick pickled onions, tangy onions, easy side, colorful garnish, refrigerator pickles

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