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How to Make Cocktail Onions
This recipe for making Cocktail Onions is super easy! Made with pearl onions and a simple blend of spices, they are perfect for cocktails and to enhance the flavors of other dishes.
Prep Time
10 mins
Pickling Time
3 d
Total Time
3 d 10 mins
Servings: 8 servings (1 large jar)
Calories: 47 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 18 oz pearl onions
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup white vinegar
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon coarse salt
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Place pearl onions and coriander seeds in a large sealable jar.
- Put remaining ingredients in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir often and bring to a low boil for 5 minutes.
- Pour hot mixture over onions. Seal the jar and allow onions to pickle for 3 days, shaking a couple times each day.
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Notes
- Proper Storage: Keeping the jar of pickled pearl onions sealed tightly in the refrigerator is key to preserving their texture and flavor.
- Give Them Time: Don't try to rush things as letting the onions sit for at least three days before enjoying them enhances their flavor.
- Freezing Tip: While freezing is a terrific way to extend the life of cocktail onions, keep in mind that it will also slightly alter their texture.
- Keep the Brine: Use the vinegar for marinades or salad dressings!
- Storing: Since these onions aren't canned you must store them in the refrigerator before and after opening. They have a shelf life of about a month.
Nutrition Information
Calories
47kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
11g
(4%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
0.1g
(0%)
Saturated Fat
0.03g
(0%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.02g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.05g
Sodium
877mg
(37%)
Potassium
103mg
(3%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
20IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
19mg
(2%)
Iron
0.2mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings (1 large jar)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 47
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 47kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.03g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.02g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.05g | 0% |
| Sodium | 877mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 103mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 20IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.