John's Pickled Onions

Directions

  1. 1Measure out equal parts of water, vinegar, and sugar to fill your jar about halfway.
  2. 2Combine the water, vinegar, sugar, and coriander seeds in a pot and bring the liquid to a boil.
  3. 3Slice the red onions very thinly.
  4. 4Pack the sliced onions into the jar tightly, adding optional ginger, tarragon stalks, or chilis if desired.
  5. 5Pour the boiling pickling liquid over the onions in the jar.
  6. 6Turn the jar upside down to seal it, let it cool, and then store in the fridge.

Ingredients

  • 100 ml water
  • 100 ml vinegar
  • 100 ml sugar
  • 1 tsp coriander seeds
  • 2 whole red onion
  • ginger, sliced (optional)
  • tarragon stalks (optional)
  • chili (optional)

Equipment

jarpotknifecutting board

Tips

  • You can use any size jar for this recipe.
  • Add a couple of chilis to the pickling liquid for an extra kick.
  • The onions are ready to eat 30 minutes after making them.
  • This method works for various thinly sliced vegetables like radishes, white onions, or cucumbers.
  • Different vinegars like cider, rice, or coconut vinegar can be used for slightly different flavors.
  • The pickled onions will last for weeks in the fridge.