Pickled Red Onion Recipe
Ever since I learned how to make these pickled onions, they have been a staple in my refrigerator. They are so bright, tangy, a little sweet, and sour. I put them on everything. They make a perfect topping for your favorite Mexican dish – tostadas, quesadillas, nachos, tacos, burritos, and enchiladas. I also love them on a salad, sandwich, or wrap. I have also enjoyed them on potato salad, egg salad, and deviled eggs.
Ingredients
Red Onion – You can pickle other types of onion, but I like using red. If you want to tame the red onion flavor a bit, then you can par-blanch them first. Boil two cups of water and put the onions in a strainer. Pour the boiling water slowly and evenly over the onions and let them drain completely before putting them in your glass jar. Vinegar – My favorite vinegar combo is red wine vinegar and apple cider vinegar. I like the slightly sweet and also fruity flavor. Also, I think they make the best pink color. If you don’t have those on hand, then use distilled white vinegar, rice vinegar, or white wine vinegar. However, stay away from balsamic vinegar for this recipe. Sugar – I use granulated sugar in my recipe. However, you can use honey, pure maple syrup, agave, or any other type of sweetener substitution. Salt – I use fine sea salt so that it dissolves quicker.
Variations to the Recipe
Make these Pickled Red Onions your own! Here is a list of ideas to take your onions to the next level. If you have any other additions you like, then tell us in the comments!
Garlic ClovesJalapeñosPeppercornsRed Pepper FlakesBay LeavesFresh Herbs like Rosemary, Thyme, or OreganoCumin SeedsMustard SeedsAllspice BerriesStar Anise
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What to Make with Pickled Red Onions
Once you’ve got your pickled red onions made, you are going to want to put them on everything! Try them on top of some of our favorites.
Mediterranean Bowls – This Mediterranean Bowl recipe is a fresh and also delicious lunch or dinner option! Topped with chicken, feta, cucumbers, and all kinds of favorite Greek flavors, you’ll get Mediterranean flair in every bite.Chicken Gyros – This Chicken Gyro recipe starts with tender chicken cooked on the grill or also in the crock pot. Top it with your choice of tomatoes, lettuce, olives, red onions, Feta cheese or a tangy Tzatziki sauce. Street Tacos – Grilled Steak Street Tacos are bursting with so much flavor. Tender steak combined with simple ingredients wrapped in corn or flour tortillas. Taco Tuesday can’t come soon enough!Sweet Potato Tacos – These Sweet Potato Tacos taste so yummy and they couldn’t be easier to make. You will love the black bean filling and also the fresh, flavorful toppings.Kalua Pork Tacos – These Kalua Pork Tacos with Fresh Mango Salsa are loaded with juicy smokey flavored shredded pork and also topped with fresh mango and avocado.
Mediterranean Bowls
Grilled Steak Street Tacos
Sweet Potato Tacos
Kalua Pork Tacos with Fresh Mango Salsa
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