How to Make Perfect Pickled Onions - A Step-by-Step Guide

Perfect Pickled Onions are a delicious and versatile condiment that can add a pop of flavor to any dish. Whether you're topping off a sandwich, adding a tangy twist to a salad, or serving them as a side dish, these pickled onions are sure to be a hit.

Perfect Pickled Onions are easy to make and require just a few simple ingredients. All you need are onions, vinegar, sugar, and some spices. The result is a sweet and tangy flavor that is the perfect complement to a wide variety of dishe...

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Ingredients

  • 3 medium red onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, or to taste
  • 1 medium jalapeno pepper, sliced, or to taste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • 3 cups apple cider vinegar
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • 4 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs 10 mins
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 6 cups

  • Cut onions into very thin slices; place in two 1-quart glass jars or one large bowl, packing them tightly together. Add garlic cloves, jalapeno slices, bay leaves, and pepper flakes.
  • Combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and peppercorns in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring often until sugar and salt dissolve. Remove from the heat and let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Pour warm liquid over the onions and press down if necessary to submerge. Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
  • Nutrition

    24 cal.

    • Sodium: 323mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 7mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 47mg