How do you make pickled onions?

How to Make Pickled Onions: A Simple Recipe

Ingredients:

* 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced

* 1 cup white vinegar

* 1/2 cup water

* 1/4 cup sugar

* 1 teaspoon salt

* 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns

* 1 bay leaf

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Onions: Slice the red onion thinly, either lengthwise or into rings.

2. Prepare the Brine: In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, sugar, salt, peppercorns, and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

3. Pickle the Onions: Pour the boiling brine over the sliced onions in a clean jar. Make sure the onions are completely submerged in the brine.

4. Let Cool and Store: Allow the onions to cool completely at room temperature before storing them in the refrigerator. They will be ready to eat in a few hours, but the flavor will continue to develop over a couple of days.

Tips and Variations:

* For a milder taste: Use a white onion instead of red onion.

* Add sweetness: Increase the sugar to 1/3 cup for a sweeter pickle.

* Add spice: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a kick.

* Use different herbs: Experiment with different herbs like dill, thyme, or rosemary.

* Make them quick: Use a quick pickling method by placing the onions in a sealed container with vinegar, salt, and sugar. The onions will be ready in a couple of hours, but will not be as crisp as traditionally pickled onions.

Enjoy your homemade pickled onions! They are delicious on sandwiches, burgers, salads, and more!