Pickled red onion
Thinly sliced red onion steeped in vinegar, sugar, and salt until bright pink and tangy. It cuts through rich foods like tacos, burgers, and grain bowls.
Used for
- tacos
- burgers
- grain bowls
- sandwiches
- salads
In the kitchen
- pickle
- slice
- brine
- garnish
Picking it at the store
- Jarred versions are in the pickle aisle; homemade ones take about 30 minutes and keep in the fridge for weeks
- Drain well before piling onto food so the brine doesn't soak the bread
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