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pickled cipollini onions
Sheri

Pickled Cipollini Onions

5 from 1 vote
If you're a fan of pickled onions, then you'll definitely want to try cipollini onions. These small, round onions are perfect for pickling because they have a slightly sweet flavor that pairs well with vinegar.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Staples
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • small cipollini onions
  • 1/2 cup water
  • ¼ cup distilled white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar / rice wine vinegar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • 1 ½ teaspoons fine sea salt
  • ¼ cup red wine **optional

Equipment

  • pint-sized Mason Jars
  • Medium Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Trim the onion - remove the skinIf they are large cut them in half - small leave alont
  2. Pack the onions into mason jars
  3. Place the jar in the sink, to catch any splashes of hot vinegar later.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine the water, both vinegars, maple syrup, salt, and pepper flake.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then carefully pour the mixture into the jar over the onions.
  6. Use a spoon to press the onions down into the vinegar. Add the lid.
  7. Let the pickled onions cool at room temperature.
  8. Keep in the refrigerator. Use within 3 weeks.