Quick Pickled Red Onions

v1.0

by Folsom Ferments (AI-curated)

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Quick Pickled Red Onions
Batch: 1 pint jarPrep: 10 minCook: 5 minInactive: 30 minTotal: 45 min

A hot vinegar brine softens the bite of thin red onion while preserving its snap and bright color. Fifteen minutes of work makes a sharp, useful topping for tacos, sandwiches, and grain bowls.

Ingredients

  • 1 Red onionmedium, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup White vinegarlabeled 5% acidity
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1 tbsp Granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp Canning or pickling salt
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Mexican oreganooptional

Equipment

  • Clean 1-pint jar with lid
  • Small saucepan
  • Heatproof funnel

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pack the sliced onion and oregano into a clean pint jar without crushing them.

    5 min

  2. 2

    Combine the 5% acidity vinegar, water, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan. Bring just to a boil, stirring until dissolved.

    5 min

  3. 3

    Pour the hot brine over the onion to cover it, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace. Press down any floating slices with a clean utensil.

    2 min

  4. 4

    Cool for no more than 30 minutes, cover, and refrigerate. The onions are ready once chilled, but improve after several hours.

    30 min

  5. 5

    These quick pickles have not been heat processed and are not shelf stable. Keep them at 40 F or colder, use within 2 weeks, and discard them if mold, slime, or an off odor develops.

    1 min

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Printed September 3, 2026