Looking to add a burst of color, crunch, and tang to your favorite dishes? These homemade pickled red onions are the perfect solution! Whether you’re topping tacos, salads, sandwiches, or breakfast bowls, this quick and easy recipe delivers a bright, zesty flavor that elevates any meal. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, you’ll have a jar of vibrant, flavorful onions ready to enjoy in no time. Bonus: they store beautifully in the fridge, making them a versatile condiment you’ll reach for again and again!
Recipe
Serves 6
2 large red onions, thinly sliced
2 tbsp. sugar (optional)
1 tsp. whole peppercorns
1 garlic clove, peeled
How to Prepare
Thinly slice the onions and place them in a mason jar along with the peppercorns and garlic.
In a small pot, combine 8 fl oz. (240ml) white vinegar, 8 fl oz. (240ml) water, sugar, and 1 tbsp. salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve (about 3 minutes).
Let the liquid cool slightly, then pour it over the onions in the jar. Ensure the onions are fully submerged.
Allow the jar to cool to room temperature before sealing. Store in the refrigerator.
Thinly sliced onions will be ready to eat within 1 hour. For thicker slices, let them sit in the fridge overnight. The pickled onions can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
