Ingredients
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- 2 medium red onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- Optional: peppercorns or garlic cloves
Instructions
- Thinly slice the red onions into half-moons using a sharp knife or mandoline.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Stir until dissolved.
- For added flavor, include optional spices like peppercorns or crushed garlic in the brine while heating.
- Pack the sliced onions into a clean jar and pour the hot brine over them until fully submerged.
- Allow the jar to cool before sealing tightly and refrigerating for at least one hour (overnight is best).
Notes
- Experiment with different vinegars like apple cider or rice vinegar for unique flavors.
- The longer the onions soak, the more flavorful they become.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg