Description
A burst of flavor with bright acidity and sweetness that elevate any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium red onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Peel and thinly slice the red onions into either rings or half-moons.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rice vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and salt. Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve completely, then remove from heat.
- Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and optional red pepper flakes into the vinegar mixture. Mix well.
- Place the sliced onions in a clean, heatproof jar or bowl. Pour the warm vinegar mixture over the onions, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Allow the jar to cool to room temperature, cover it, and refrigerate for at least 120 minutes. For the best flavor, let it marinate overnight.
- Before serving, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Use a clean utensil to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg