Cebollas moradas en escabeche, pickled purple onions are a favorite condiment found throughout Mexico. Their tangy flavor, crunchy texture, and bright pink color can enhance many dishes. Cebollas moradas en escabeche are so quick and simple to prepare and can be added to your favorite Mexican recipe.
Peel onions and thinly slice them into thin rings of about ¼in/5mm across the top so you get nice rounds. You can do this with the knife or use a mandoline.
In a saucepan, add the sugar, salt, peppercorns, and vinegar. Stir to dissolve while bringing the brine to a soft boil. Then, immediately remove from the heat.
Put the onion slices in a jar. Alternating with flavorings: hot chili peppers, bay leaves, garlic cloves, rosemary sprig.
Pour the mixed liquid into the jar to cover completely the onions.
Close the jar and leave to marinate at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
Keyword Appetizer, condiments, Mexican, onions, pickles, Side Dish