RecipesYellow CrunchPickled Onions

Pickled Onions Recipe

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@yellowcrunch

Dec 14 2025

30m

Serves 4

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Make Pickled Onions in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

Vegetables

Pickling Solution

Preparation

Preparation of Onions

1. Slice the Onions

Peel and thinly slice the red onions into rings. You can use a sharp knife or a mandoline for even slices. Place the sliced onions in a bowl.

Pickling Solution

2. Prepare the Pickling Solution

In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, sugar, salt, black peppercorns, garlic cloves, bay leaf, and red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt have dissolved.

Combine and Pickle

3. Combine Onions and Solution

Once the pickling solution is simmering, remove it from heat and pour it over the sliced onions in the bowl. Make sure the onions are fully submerged.

4. Cool and Store

Let the mixture cool to room temperature. Transfer the pickled onions and the pickling liquid to a clean jar or airtight container. Seal and refrigerate.

Serving

5. Serve

The pickled onions can be served immediately, but for the best flavor, let them sit in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving. They will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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