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5-Min Pickled Red Onions
Crisp, tangy, hot-pink pickled onions ready in minutes. Perfect for tacos, bowls, sandwiches, or any plate that needs a bright, acidic punch.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 20
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Ingredients
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Step 1
Thinly slice red onions and place in a bowl or jar.
Step 2
Pour vinegar over onions, then add sugar and salt.
Step 3
Stir until sugar and salt dissolve, about 30 seconds.
Step 4
Let sit 2–3 minutes until onions turn bright pink.
Step 5
Use immediately or cover and refrigerate up to 2 weeks.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- knife
- bowl or jar
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