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8 servings

Pickled Red Onions

~1 hr 45 min · 4 steps · 8 servings

  1. Step 1 · Pack the Jar

    Pack the sliced red onion into a clean pint jar, adding the peppercorns now if using.

  2. Step 2 · Make the Brine

    In a small saucepan, bring the vinegar, water, sugar, and salt to a simmer, stirring until dissolved.

  3. Step 3 · Pour and Submerge

    Pour the hot brine over the onions until fully submerged, pressing down with a spoon to release trapped air.

  4. Step 4 · Chill

    Cool to room temperature, then seal and refrigerate. Ready in 1 hour, best after a day; keeps refrigerated up to 3 weeks.