Quick Pickled Sweet Onions
The serrano pepper adds an underlying level of heat to each bite. If you prefer no heat, omit the serrano. A jalapeno will also work in substitution of the serrano.
Ingredients
- 1 lb sweet onions, thinly sliced
- 1 serrano pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 bay leaf, torn in half
Instructions
- Place the onions and serrano pepper into a medium-sized bowl. Set aside.
- In a small sauce pan over medium-high heat, bring the vinegar, honey, salt, mustard seeds and bay leaf to a boil. Once the honey and salt are dissolved, stir the brine once or twice and immediately pour over the onions. Stir to combine.
- Use the back of a spatula or spoon to press down upon the onions to fully submerge under the brine. Let the onions sit at room temperature until the onions have wilted, about one to two hours. Serve or cover and place into the fridge to chill until ready to serve.
