Mexican Pickled Onions Recipe
Serves 1
5 mins prep
120 mins Resting time
125 mins total
These easy Mexican Pickled Onions add a punch of tangy flavor and a burst of bold color to all your favorite Mexican recipes. This 4-ingredient recipe is super quick to make and adds the perfect finishing touch to tacos, salads, chilis, and more!
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Optional Add Ins:
Place red onion slices in a colander set in a bowl. Pour 2 cups of boiling water over the onion. Gently press with a spoon to make sure that the onions are fully submerged in water. Let it sit for 45 seconds.
Transfer the now-drained onion slices to a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Pour fresh lime juice and apple cider vinegar over the onions. Add in the salt.
If you are using any of the optional add-ins, go ahead and add them in.
Put the lid on and shake until everything is fully combined.
Place it in the fridge and let it sit for at least 2 hours.
Serve with your favorite taco, salad, or grain bowl recipes as garnish.
