Pickled Onions

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Pickled Onions

Description

I don't remember where I got the bones of this recipe but I've adaptad it to my taste. I love spicy food so I always use lots of red pepper flakes but feel free to use a little or none!

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :10 Min

Cook Time : 45 Min

Total Time : 55 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 6
  • 1 red onion


  • 1⁄4 fresh lemon juice


  • 1⁄4 seasoned rice vinegar


  • red pepper flakes


  • 1⁄4 kosher salt

Directions

  • Using a VERY sharp knife slice the onions as thin as you are able.
  • Place the sliced onions into a bowl and set aside.
  • Use only FRESH lemon juice. Usually 2 medium lemons will have plenty of juice. Squeeze the lemons until you have 1/4 cup juice. Discard the seeds and pour juice into a small bowl. Add the vinegar to the lemon juice.
  • Sprinkle the onions with salt and red pepper to taste.
  • Pour the lemon/vinegar mixture over the onions and gently toss with your fingers until all the onions are wet and the salt and red pepper is evenly distributed.
  • Cover the bowl and allow to sit at room temperature for about 45 minutes. The onion will turn bright pink and decrease in volume.
  • Taste an onion slice. When it's zingy and crunchy and yummy serve with your favorite dish.