Mexican Pickled Onions are a quick and easy condiment that will take your tacos up a notch. Add these crisp red onions to your tacos for extra flavor, texture, and a pop of color.
If you’re looking to make your homemade tacos like the ones from your favorite authentic Mexican restaurant, make these Mexican Pickled Onions! Half of what makes a taco great is all the toppings! If you’re looking for more Mexican condiments, try Homemade Salsa, How to Make Pico de Gallo, and How to make Homemade Guacamole.
Mexican Pickled Onions
Get ready to up your taco game! These Mexican Pickled Red Onions are the easiest condiment for tacos. They require just a few ingredients and a little preparation but result in a big delicious difference.
Ingredients for Pickled Red Onions:
- Red Onion– Red onion are great eaten raw. They add a nice crunch and milder in flavor than yellow onions.
- Lime Juice– The acid of the lime juice is used instead of vinegar to pickle the onions. It adds more flavor than vinegar but vinegar or lemons can be used in its place.
- Salt– Used for added flavor. It is best to use pure salt like kosher salt to avoid any additives.
- Water– Boiling water helps to soften the onions and allow the flavors to marinate quickly.
How to Pickle Red Onions:
Time needed: 35 minutes
- Combine
Place onions in a heat proof bowl. Add lime juice, salt, and oregano.
- Marinate
Heat water in the microwave or on the stove top until boiling. Pour over the onions. Press the onions down so all are submerged. Let marinate at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Store
Store covered in fridge and consume within 5 days.
TOOLS USED TO MAKE THESE PICKLED RED ONIONS:
- Knife Set– This set comes with all the knives you need and they are of great quality (going on 12 years in my home!).
- Cutting Board– I love having various sizes of cutting boards and these are awesome because they won’t slip and slide around on the counter.
- Hand Juicer– This juicer makes it super easy to press out the juice of lemons and limes.
LOOKING FOR MORE WAYS TO ENJOY PICKLED ONIONS? CHECK OUT THESE:
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Mexican Pickled Onions
Ingredients
- 1 red onion, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 limes, juiced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 3/4 cup water, boiling
Instructions
- Place onions in a heat proof bowl. Add lime juice, salt, and oregano.
- Heat water in the microwave or on the stove top until boiling. Pour over the onions. Press the onions down so all are submerged. Let marinate at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Store covered in fridge and consume within 5 days.
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