Best Pickled Red Onions

mason jars with pickled red onions and peppercorns on the board near them

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Best Pickled Red Onions

Easy 10 minute condiment - sliced red onions in a simple brine - adds tons of flavor to any dish including grilled burgers, sandwiches, salads or any Mexican dish!

Prep Time10

Course: Condiment

Cuisine: American

Keyword: pickled red onions, best pickled red onions, easy pickled red onions, pickled onions, sugar free pickled red onions

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Equipment

large mason jar or 2-3 small mason jars
mandoline OR sharp knife

Ingredients

1 large red onion peeled and very thily sliced
1/4 cup very hot tap water
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt
1 teaspoon peppercorns
1 clove garlic per small jar
3-4 sprigs fresh dill

Instructions

Peel and cut the onion into very thin slices using a sharp knife or mandoline. Separate the rings and set aside. NOTE: larger onions can be cut in half before thinly slicing.
In a large glass measuring cup with pour spout (or medium bowl) whisk very hot water, red wine vinegar, sugar and salt together until sugar and salt have dissolved.
Add sliced onions and 1 clove of garlic to each mason jar. Pour the brine (pickling liquid) over the onions and divide the peppercorns between the jars.
Add a sprig of fresh dill to the top of each jar then gently press down on the onions with the back of a spoon fully submerge them in the brine.
Chill in the fridge at least 1 hour or until they’re bright pink. Serve chilled or room temperature.

Notes

Hooked on pickling? Try my easy Pickled Jalapenos next!

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