Description
Brighten your meals with the Gordon Ramsay Pickled Onions Recipe, a quick and easy way to add a burst of flavor to your favorite dishes. These tangy, crunchy pickled onions are perfect for topping burgers, enhancing salads, or serving alongside grilled meats. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can create this zesty condiment that not only elevates your meals but also impresses your guests. Ideal for any occasion—from summer barbecues to cozy winter dinners—these pickled onions offer a vibrant color and taste that will keep you coming back for more. Plus, they have a long shelf life in the refrigerator, making them a convenient addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
- 2 cups white vinegar
- 2 cups water
- ⅓ cup cane sugar
- 2 tablespoons sea salt
- 2 small red onions, thinly sliced
- Optional: 2 garlic cloves
- Optional: 1 teaspoon mixed peppercorns
Instructions
- Thinly slice the red onions and divide them among 2–3 sterilized glass jars.
- In a saucepan, combine white vinegar, water, cane sugar, and sea salt. Heat gently while stirring until fully dissolved.
- Allow the brine to cool slightly until warm but not hot.
- Pour the warm brine over the sliced onions in each jar until completely submerged.
- Let the jars cool to room temperature uncovered before sealing tightly.
- Refrigerate and allow flavors to develop; they are ready to eat after one hour but taste best after resting overnight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with spices like cumin or coriander seeds for unique flavor profiles. Store pickled onions in clean, sterilized jars for optimal freshness. Adjust sweetness by modifying the amount of cane sugar based on your personal preference.