Easy Zesty Pickled Red Onions
Tangy and vibrant pink quick-pickled red onions made with lime juice, vinegar, and a hint of sweetness.
Ingredients
- •1 large red onion, thinly sliced
- •0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
- •0.5 cup water
- •0.25 cup fresh lime juice
- •1.5 tablespoon granulated sugar
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1 clove garlic clove, peeled and smashed
- •0.5 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
Instructions
- 1.
Thinly slice the red onion using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer, then pack the slices tightly into a clean 16-ounce glass mason jar.
- 2.
In a small saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar, water, fresh lime juice, granulated sugar, kosher salt, smashed garlic clove, and whole black peppercorns.
- 3.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, just until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved and the liquid comes to a gentle simmer (about 2 to 3 minutes).
- 4.
Carefully pour the hot pickling brine over the onions in the jar, making sure all the onion slices are completely submerged. Use a spoon or fork to press down any floating onions.
- 5.
Allow the jar to sit uncovered at room temperature for 30 minutes to cool and develop its signature bright pink color. Seal with a tight-fitting lid and refrigerate until ready to use.
Tips
- 💡Use a mandoline for perfectly thin and uniform onion ribbons that pickle quickly and evenly.
- 💡The onions are ready to enjoy after just 30 minutes, but the flavor becomes deeper and more vibrant after 2 to 3 hours in the refrigerator.
- 💡Store in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
- 💡For a spicier kick, add half of a thinly sliced jalapeño or a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the jar before pouring the brine.
Recipe from TheCookbook.ai
Created by Shannon Williams