Spicy Pickled Red Onions

Spicy Pickled Red Onions

60 mins
easy
6 servings

A vibrant and flavorful recipe for quick pickled red onions, perfect as a side dish or topping for various dishes.

PickledRed OnionSide Dish

Equipment Needed

  • Glass jar
  • Knife
  • Saucepan

Ingredients

  • 2.00 mediumRed Onions(Thinly sliced)
  • 1.00 cupWhite Vinegar(12% acidity)
  • 1.00 cupGranulated Sugar(For sweetness and preservation)
  • 2.00 cupWater(For the pickling liquid)
  • 1.00 teaspoonRed Pepper Flakes(For a spicy kick)
  • 2.00 clovesGarlic(Minced)

Instructions

1

Combine vinegar, sugar, and water in a saucepan over medium heat.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Bring to a simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves completely.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

3

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Thinly slice the red onions.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Add red pepper flakes (if using) and minced garlic (if using) to the cooled pickling liquid.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Place the sliced onions in a clean glass jar.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Pour the pickling liquid over the onions, ensuring they are submerged.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

8

Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Estimated time: 120 minutes

9

Serve chilled as a side dish or as a topping for salads, sandwiches, or tacos.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

10

Enjoy the vibrant and tangy flavor of your homemade pickled red onions!

Estimated time: 1 minutes