Japanese Pickled Onions
Pickled onions are enjoyed all over the world, but why not try them the Japanese way? Japanese Pickled Onions, made with soy sauce for a rich, savory flavor, are delicious on their own and make the perfect accompaniment to rice.
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Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized mild onion (about 6-7 oz/170-200 g, such as a sweet onion or red onion)
For the seasoning mixture:
- 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 Tbsp mirin
- ½ Tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce (to be added in step 3)
Instructions
- Thinly slice the onion along the fibers (following their natural lines). Spread the slices out to avoid overlap as much as possible and let them sit for at least an hour.Exposing the onion to air helps reduce its sharpness. If you are using a variety with little to no pungency, you can skip this process. Alternatively, if you are using a stronger variety, there are other methods to reduce its sharpness.
- In a small pot, combine rice vinegar, mirin, sugar, and salt, then heat over low heat. Once it comes to a simmer, let it cook for about 30 seconds.
- Remove the pot from the heat and add soy sauce. Mix gently until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved.
- Transfer the onion slices and seasoning mixture to a sterilized, airtight container, making sure the slices are fully submerged. Let them sit in the refrigerator overnight.If you are using a large container, keep in mind that the seasoning mixture may not completely cover the onion slices. If you don’t have a container of the right size, a plastic bag is a great alternative to ensure the seasoning mixture is evenly distributed.
Notes
- You can store it in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- The Nutrition Facts label reflects the values assuming that the entire seasoning mixture is consumed.
Nutrition
Calories: 72.94kcal Carbohydrates: 16.28g Protein: 2.52g Fat: 0.09g Saturated Fat: 0.03g Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g Sodium: 1449.33mg Potassium: 119.46mg Fiber: 1.08g Sugar: 9.74g Vitamin A: 1.1IU Vitamin C: 4.07mg Calcium: 17.49mg Iron: 0.56mg
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