Description
A 10-minute recipe for vibrant, crunchy, and tangy onions that elevate any meal.
Ingredients
2 large red onions, thinly sliced
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1 cup warm water
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1.5 teaspoons sea salt
1 clove garlic (optional)
5 whole peppercorns (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Slice the red onions into thin half-moons and place them into a clean glass jar.
Step 2: In a small bowl or saucepan, whisk together the vinegar, warm water, sugar, and salt until dissolved.
Step 3: Pour the liquid over the onions, ensuring they are completely covered. Add garlic and peppercorns if using.
Step 4: Let sit at room temperature for 30-60 minutes, then refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a few slices of fresh jalapeño to the jar before pouring the brine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 15 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
