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Mexican Pickled Onions
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Mexican Pickled Onions

5 from 1 vote
These crispy tangy pickled onions will take your tacos to the next level.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Condiment, Garnish, Other Cool Stuff
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 29
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large red onion thinly sliced
  • 6 Persian limes juiced (about ¾ cup)
  • 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 Quart sized canning jar or other glass container

Method
 

  1. Slice the onion into uniform, thin strips with either a chef’s knife or a mandolin
  2. Place the onion slices in a quart mason jar or other glass container and seal well. If there are onion slies left, add them after the next step and shake again.
  3. Add the remaining ingredients and shake well to mix
  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, shaking every 10 minutes for the first 30

Notes

Best if prepared the night before and used within a week. Keep refrigerated