Pickled Red Onion

These quick pickled red onions are sharp, slightly sweet, and ready in no time. Made with simple ingredients and grated using a cheese grater for extra-fast pickling, they’re perfect for burgers, tacos, sandwiches, and cheese boards. One easy brine, one 900 ml jar (or a beginner pickling kit) and you’re set.

Ingredients (Per 900ml Jar)

• 2 small red onions
• 2 cups distilled white vinegar (480 ml)
• 2 cups water (480 ml)
• ⅓ cup sugar (65g)
• 2 tablespoons pickling salt

Optional

• 2 garlic cloves, peeled
• 1 teaspoon mixed peppercorns

Instructions

• Using the wide slot of a box cheese grater, grate the red onions into thin slices.
• Pack the grated onions into one 900 ml jar.
• Add the garlic cloves and peppercorns, if using.
• In a medium saucepan, heat the vinegar, water, sugar, and salt over medium heat. Stir until the sugar and salt fully dissolve (about 1 minute).
• Remove from heat and let the brine cool slightly, then pour it over the onions, making sure they’re fully submerged.
• Set aside to cool to room temperature, then seal and store in the fridge.

Pickling Time & Storage

• Ready once bright pink and tender
• ~1 hour for finely grated onions
• Overnight for softer texture
• Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 weeks