Description
Pickled red onions are a vibrant, tangy condiment that can elevate any meal. This quick and easy recipe transforms crisp red onions into a zesty topping perfect for tacos, salads, and sandwiches. With just 10 minutes of prep time and basic ingredients, you’ll be amazed at how these pickled beauties can enhance your culinary creations. Enjoy their crunch and flavor explosion as they add a delightful zing to your favorite dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Slice the red onion into thin rings (about a quarter-inch thick).
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Stir until dissolved.
- Add peppercorns and dried oregano to the brine; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Place sliced onions in a heatproof jar or bowl; pour the hot brine over them.
- Allow to cool at room temperature for 10 minutes before sealing.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour (overnight is best) before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg