Did you know how easy it is to make pickled onions? I’m currently going through a phase where I’m a little obsessed with them. They are so delicious and easy to make, and I love the bright pink color. They elevate almost every dish and are an absolute must in a sandwich or as an avocado toast topping. I make sure to always have some in my fridge!
Easy Pickled Red Onions
These Easy Pickled Red Onions are quick to make, requiring just 10 minutes. They’re tangy, sweet, and have a vibrant pink color.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 2 tbsp sugar ((or swap for sweetener of choice))
- ½ tbsp sea salt flakes
- 2 large red onions
- 1 tsp peppercorn ((optional))
Instructions
- Add water, white vinegar, sugar, and salt to a small saucepan. Heat the mixture until the sugar and salt have completely dissolved.
- Allow the mixture to cool down slightly.
- Peel and thinly slice the red onions, place them in a jar, and pour the liquid over them, ensuring they are fully covered. Add the peppercorn if using. Leave on the counter until cool down, then transfer to the fridge.
- Store the jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. The onions will be ready to enjoy after 3 hour, but for best results, let them sit overnight.
Per Serving
Calories 7kcalCarbohydrates 2gSodium 30mgVitamin C 1mgCalcium 4mgIron 5mg
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This was absolutely delicious, thank you!
Hey Nancy, I’m so happy you liked it 🙂
Pickled onions and carrots – the previously exclusive secret of Vietnamese sandwiches, now shared.
Could the pickling liquid be boiled to safely reuse it?
How about adding a bruised garlic clove or slice of fresh ginger to the jar for variety?
Hey Jean, you can definitely add some extra flavour enhancers, I love black pepper and sliced jalapeños in there. About re-using the liquid, I personally would not, but I might be more cautious than most! Perhaps if you used sterile jars and utensils?
Question about nutritional content- it seems off-
Hey Marnie, thanks for pointing it out! I’ve adjusted it per serving 🙂
Could you use apple cider vinegar instead do you think?
It will change the test but will work 🙂
Can you leave the sugar out?
You could, it will be a little less sweet, otherwise monkfruit is a great alternative 🙂
Super and erasy and delicious. This is now a staple of mine, always ready to add to salads and sandwiches.
Hey Ally, thanks for the comment! I’m so happy to hear you love it 🙂
Super easy and delicious!!
Thank you 😊
Hey Kat, so happy you liked it 💕
This recipe is so easy to make, thank you, I love it! Quick question, when you finish all the onions of the jar, would you recommend to empty the mix of water, white vinegar etc or going for a second round of onions is fine in term of bacteria. Thanks!
I’m very happy to. hear you like it 🙂 I usually discard it (I keep it for about 10 days on average)