Pickled red onions

If you’re new to pickling, this is the perfect place to start. These onions brighten tacos, sandwiches, seafood bowls and grilled meats with almost no effort.

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Ingredients

1 large red onion thinly sliced
1 cup white vinegar
1 cup water
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
Optional: Garlic cloves rosemary sprigs, jalapeño slices or fresh dill

Instructions

Place sliced onions in a clean glass jar.
In a saucepan, combine vinegar, water, salt and sugar. Bring to a simmer until dissolved.
Pour the hot liquid over the onions. Add peppercorns and any optional flavorings.
Let cool, then refrigerate. They’re ready in about an hour and improve over the next day.

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