Pickled onions
4 servings
20 minutes
Marinated onions are a traditional component of Russian cuisine that adds a special zest to dishes. This recipe combines the rich flavors of vinegar, garlic, and aromatic spices, creating a perfect balance of sweet and sour notes. Marinated onions are often used as a garnish for meat and fish dishes, added to salads, or served alone as an appetizer. The secret to its delightful taste is the sautéed garlic that gives the marinade depth and richness. Historically, this recipe was popular among Russian merchants and peasants as pickling allowed vegetables to be preserved for long periods. Crunchy and fragrant, it perfectly complements any feast by awakening the appetite and enhancing the flavors of main dishes.
1
Slice the onion into rings, place in a bowl, add parsley, dill, and bay leaf. Then add sugar, pepper, and salt to taste. Pour in vinegar and mix well.
- Onion: 5 head
- Dried parsley: pinch
- Dried dill: pinch
- Bay leaf: 3 pieces
- Sugar: 3 teaspoons
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Salt: to taste
- Apple cider vinegar: 3 tablespoons
2
Then we fry the garlic in vegetable oil until golden brown. We pour the onion with boiling oil, then remove the garlic (you can leave it if you wish) and mix well again.
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Vegetable oil: 5 tablespoon
3
We transfer to a jar and store in the refrigerator.
- Onion: 5 head