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Pickled Red Onions

I don’t know why I haven’t posted this recipe sooner, but I can’t stop making and eating these pickled red onions…bring on all the tacos!

Pickled red onions are tangy and sweet, and they add a little extra crunch to whatever you put them on. I’m obsessed with them! I absolutely love them on tacos and pretty much all Mexican recipes. They are also phenomenal on sandwiches or burgers or in a salad. Essentially, I just keep them on hand all the time now.

They have a long shelf life and just get better with age. All you need is 6 simple ingredients!

Ingredients for Picked Red Onions

Here are the 6 simple ingredients you will need to make pickled onions:

Red Onion – thinly sliced, you could use any type of onion you want if you aren’t a red fan
Apple Cider Vinegar and Red Wine Vinegar – I love the combination of these two vinegars, they are sweet and a little more mild
Sugar – balances the tartness and acidity of the vinegars
Kosher Salt – adds flavor and enhances all the flavors
Water – using warm water helps dissolve the sugar and salt

The measurement for all the ingredients can be found in the recipe card down below. The recipe can be saved or printed there as well.

Variations for Pickled Onions

I’m all about not changing things up if it’s delicious, but this recipe is super flexible and can be easily adjusted to fit your desires. Here are a few ideas:

Spicy – add slices of jalapeno or a dash or red pepper flakes
Garlicky – add a clove or two of fresh garlic that has been thinly sliced
Peppery – add whole peppercorns
Herby – add a sprig of fresh thyme or rosemary or whatever herb(s) you love

You can also use other types of onions or vinegar. Play around with this recipe and find variation is your favorite!

What to Put Pickled Red Onions on

The short answer is…just about everything! I am love these on tacos, sandwiches, in salads and bowls. Here are a few of our favorite recipes that go great with pickled red onions:

See, like I said…they go with almost everything! I can’t wait for you to try them!

How to Thinly Cut an Onion

The easiest way to uniformly cut onions very thinly is to use a mandolin. If you don’t have a mandolin, then use a sharp knife. Cut the tip (the pointy end, not the end with the little brown strings hanging off it), then place the onion down on the cutting board on that new flat side. Cut the onion in half through the root end (the end with the brown strings, i.e. roots). Peel back the papery skin back and then use a sharp knife to thinly slice the onion.

How Long Do Picked Red Onions Keep?

Pickled onions keep very well and actually get more flavorful the longer they sit. They should be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

I love the bright pink color of the pickled red onions and the vinegary and zippy burst of flavor they add to any dish. There aren’t many recipes out there that require no cooking and no pans. This recipe is so quick and easy! It’s taco time over here!

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