Quick Pickled Red Onions

Adds a little tartness, crunch and extra flavor to sandwiches, tacos, etc…

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar or sweetener of choice (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 dried red chili or a pinch of red chili flakes
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced

Instructions:

  1. In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
  2. Add the vinegar, sugar, salt, bay leaf, and chili. Add the onions, reduce the heat, and let simmer for 1 minute.
  3. Remove the pan from the heat and let cool completely.
  4. Place in jar and refrigerate.