Modern Pickled Onion Delight

About this recipe

Transform ordinary meals with these vibrant and tangy pickled onions. Perfectly balanced in flavor, they are a quick and simple way to add zest to salads, sandwiches, or tacos. Ready in just an hour, these pickled onions are both delicious and versatile.

Ingredients

• 2 large red onions, thinly sliced
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Thinly slice the red onions.

2. 2

   Combine vinegar, water, sugar, and salt in a saucepan.

3. 3

   Add peppercorns, bay leaf, and mustard seeds to the mixture.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar and salt.

5. 5

   Place sliced onions in a glass jar.

6. 6

   Pour hot vinegar mixture over onions, ensuring full submersion.

7. 7

   Cool to room temperature before sealing.

8. 8

   Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.