Oats Free Classic Pickled Red Onions
Tangy, jewel-bright, and impossibly versatile, these pickled red onions are the kind of condiment that makes everything they touch taste more alive. The brine comes together in minutes with apple cider vinegar, a touch of sugar, kosher salt, and warm spices — nothing complicated, nothing hidden. Since this is a naturally grain-free preparation built entirely from fresh produce, pantry vinegar, and whole spices, there's zero concern about sneaky oat-derived ingredients that sometimes lurk in store-bought pickles and condiments. The optional red pepper flakes add a gentle kick, but even the base version delivers serious depth. Pile them onto tacos, burgers, grain bowls, or a cheese board and watch them disappear. They turn a vivid fuchsia pink as they pickle, which means they're as gorgeous to look at as they are to eat. A jar in the fridge is basically a flavor upgrade waiting to happen.
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8 servings
- 1 large red onion, very thinly sliced into rings or half-moons
- ¾ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black peppercorns
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pack the sliced red onion into a clean 16 oz mason jar, pressing gently so the slices fit snugly without crushing them.
- 2
Combine the apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, and kosher salt in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat.
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