Description
Looking to level up your quick meals or barbecue sides? These Hot Honey Pickled Red Onions are the ultimate flavor-packed condiment! With just a handful of pantry ingredients and minimal prep, you’ll get a sweet, spicy, and tangy topping that goes perfectly with tacos, burgers, avocado toast, grilled meats, and more. Ideal for anyone seeking easy dinner upgrades, bold food ideas, or healthy snack additions. A must-have recipe for any home cook who loves easy recipes and vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
1 large red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons hot honey
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
2 sprigs fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
1. Peel and thinly slice the red onion using a mandoline or sharp knife.
2. In a small saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, hot honey, garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer and stir until dissolved (about 3-4 minutes).
3. Place the sliced red onion in a clean glass jar.
4. Carefully pour the hot brine over the onions until fully submerged.
5. Tap the jar gently to remove any air bubbles.
6. Let the mixture cool to room temperature before sealing with a lid.
7. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Flavor deepens after 24 hours.
Notes
Use a mandoline for even slicing to ensure the onions pickle uniformly and quickly.
The longer the onions sit in the fridge, the better the flavor gets—day 2 or 3 is peak.
Adjust red pepper flakes or honey to control heat and sweetness levels.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiments
- Method: Refrigerator Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg