Quick and easy pickled onions: The crunchy burger upgrade
Homemade burgers are a fantastic option for lunch, offering a refreshing change from the usual potatoes and salad. Mini burgers are perfect for parties—they look great on a buffet table and are perfect for three bites. They taste best with colorful toppings nestled in homemade milk buns. You can make them with meat or a vegetarian version. Adding one crunchy ingredient to both is a must.
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Ever since I discovered how quick and easy this addition is to prepare, a jar of pickled onions has become a staple in my refrigerator. The flavorful, slightly spicy rings pair well not only with burgers but also with everyday sandwiches or more refined tartare. I can't believe how quickly they disappear.
Pickled onions – ready in just a few hours
The preparation itself takes less than 5 minutes. However, to achieve the right crunchiness and flavor, you need to wait a few hours. They are best the day after soaking. If you want to speed up the pickling time, use wine vinegar instead of apple vinegar, and slice the onions thinner.
How to use the crunchy addition in holiday dishes
Pickled onions are an excellent addition to Christmas and holiday dishes. Their distinct flavor complements not only burgers but also traditional herring in oil. They're a kind of magic ingredient—they add character to roasted fish and, when finely chopped, work well in dumpling filling or vegetable salad.
Quick recipe for pickled onions
To make the onion more delicate, you can pour boiling water over it before placing it in the jar.
Ingredients:
- 3 red onions
- 2 teaspoons of salt
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- A few mustard seeds
- A few allspice berries
- 2 fluid ounces of apple vinegar
- Hot water to fill the jar
Instructions:
- Peel the onions and slice them thinly, then place them in a clean and sterilized jar.
- Add salt, sugar, and spices. Pour hot water over them (it shouldn't be boiling).
- Screw the lid on the jar and turn it upside down a few times to mix the ingredients.
- Allow to cool. Place in the refrigerator for at least a few hours.
How long can you store pickled onions?
Pickled red onions can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks, provided they were prepared correctly. It's important that the jars are clean. To ensure this, it's worth sterilizing them in the dishwasher, including the lids. The onions intended for pickling must be fresh—the vinegar brine should not be a solution for spoiling vegetables. It's also important to ensure they are fully submerged in the marinade.
